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प्रश्न
Write the two processes that take place in the formation of a p-n junction.
Name two important processes involved in the formation of a p-n junction diode.
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उत्तर
The processes of "diffusion" and "drift" are critical in a p-n junction. When the p and n-sides come into contact, the majority of carriers "diffuse" from a high concentration to a low concentration. Electrons move and combine with holes from the n-side to the p-side. Holes migrate from the p-side to the n-side in the same way that electrons and holes do at the junction. A "depletion region" is formed when the near junction area runs out of carriers and becomes charged. Current "diffusion" is caused by current "diffusion."
In the depletion area, the charge produces an electric field. The electric field creates a flow of minority carriers in the 'depletion' region. The produced current is known as "drift current," and it is referred to as drift. The directions of "diffusion and drift current" are reversed.
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