p-n Junction — Prelims Questions

A p-n junction diode is connected to a battery. If the p-side is connected to the positive terminal and the n-side to the negative terminal, which of the following statements is TRUE?

For a silicon p-n junction diode, the barrier potential is approximately $0.7,\text{V}$. If a forward bias of $0.5,\text{V}$ is applied, what is the effective barrier potential across the junction?

Which of the following statements is INCORRECT regarding the reverse bias condition of a p-n junction?

The reverse saturation current in a p-n junction diode is primarily due to:

The knee voltage (cut-in voltage) for a germanium p-n junction diode is approximately:

Which of the following phenomena is NOT a characteristic of Zener breakdown?