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Which specially fabricated pn junction diode is used for detecting light intensity?

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks for a specially fabricated p-n junction diode used for detecting light intensity. 2. **Identifying the Diode**: The diode that is specifically designed for this purpose is called a **photodiode**. 3. **Functionality of the Photodiode**: A photodiode is a silicon diode that is specially fabricated with a transparent window. This design allows light to reach the junction of the diode, enabling it to detect light intensity. ...
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