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In an unbiased n-p junction electrons diffuse from n-region to p-region because:

A

electrons travel across the junction due to potential difference

B

Only electrons move from n to p region and not the vice-versa .

C

holes in p-region attract them

D

electron concentration in n-region is more as compared to that in p-region

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