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The resistance of p-n junction is low when forward biased and is high when reverse biased. Explain.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding P-N Junction:** - A p-n junction is formed by joining p-type and n-type semiconductors. In p-type, holes are the majority carriers, while in n-type, electrons are the majority carriers. 2. **Forward Biasing:** - When a p-n junction is forward biased, the positive terminal of the voltage source is connected to the p-side and the negative terminal to the n-side. This reduces the potential barrier at the junction. - As a result, majority carriers (holes from the p-side and electrons from the n-side) are pushed towards the junction, allowing current to flow easily. ...
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