MCQ
In a PN junction:
  • A
    High potential at N side and low potential at P side.
  • B
    High potential at P side and low potential at N side.
  • C
    P and N both are at same potential.
  • D
    Undetermined.

Answer

  1. High potential at N side and low potential at P side.

Explanation:

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