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Consider the following statements `A` and `B` and identify the correct answer
(A) A Zener diode is always connected in reverse bias to use it as voltage regulator.
(B) The potential barrier of a `p-n` junction lies between `0.1` to `0.3 V`, approximately.

A

(A) and (B) both are incorrect

B

(A) is correct and (B) is incorrect

C

(A) is incorrect but (B) is correct

D

(A) and (B) both are correct

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The correct Answer is:
B
Reverse bias Zener diode use as a voltage regulator for Ge Potential barrier `V_(0)=0.3V`
Si Potential barrier `V_(0)=0.7V`.
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