Question

The given graph represents $V-I$ characteristic for a semiconductor device.

Which of the following statement is correct?

• A. It is $V-I$ characteristic for solar cell where, point $A$ represents open circuit voltage and point $B$ short circuit current.
• B. It is for a solar cell and points $A$ and $B$ represent open circuit voltage and current, respectively.
• C. It is for a photodiode and points $A$ and $B$ represent open circuit voltage and current, respectively.
• D. It is for a LED and points $A$ and $B$ represent open circuit voltage and short circuit current, respectively.

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

The $V-I$ characteristic for a solar cell is as shown the figure.