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  4. In case of a p-n junction diode at high value of reverse bias, the current rises sharply. The value of reverse bias is known as

Q. In case of a junction diode at high value of reverse bias, the current rises sharply. The value of reverse bias is known as

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In a p-n junction diode at high value of reverse bias, the current rises sharply due to zener breakdown. This high value of reverse bias is called zener voltage.