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If a p-n junction is reverse biased then

A

a potential barrier is created at the junction

B

the effective resistance reaches an infinite value

C

a small current is obtained due to diffusion of majority carrier electrons and holes

D

In spite of increasing the reverse bias the reverse current remains almost unchanged

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