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In a p- n junction diode not connected t...

In a p- n junction diode not connected to any circuit,

A

the potential is the same everywhere

B

then p-type side is at a higher potential than the n-type side.

C

there is an electric field at the junction directed from the n-type side to the p-type side.

D

there is an electric field at the junction directed from the p-type side to then n-type side.

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