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If the two ends of a p-n junction are jo...

If the two ends of a p-n junction are joined by a wire .

A

there will not be a steady current in the circuit

B

there will be a steady current from the n-side to the p-side

C

there will a steady current from the p-side to the n-side

D

there may or may not be a current depending upon the resistance of the connecting wire.

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