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Pn Junction

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Weightage: 10 / 20 Yrs

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Questions
11 MCQs

01
PYQ 2006
easy
physics ID: neet-200

A transistor is operated in a common emitter configuration at constant collector voltage Vc = 1.5 V such that a change in the base current from 100 \mu A to 150 \mu A produces a change in the collector current from 5 mA to 10 mA. The current gain (\beta ) is:

1. 67

2. 75

3. 100

4. 50

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02
PYQ 2006
easy
physics ID: neet-200

Which of the following is an example of forward biasing?

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3. 4.
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03
PYQ 2011
easy
physics ID: neet-201
In a forward biasing of the p-n junction:
1. the positive terminal of the battery is connected to the p-side and the depletion region becomes thick.
2. the negative terminal of the battery is connected to the n-side and the depletion region becomes thin.
3. the positive terminal of the battery is connected to the n-side and the depletion region becomes thin.
4. the negative terminal of the battery is connected to the p-side and the depletion region becomes thick.

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04
PYQ 2012
easy
physics ID: neet-201

Two ideal diodes are connected to a battery as shown in the circuit. The current supplied by the battery is:

1. 2. zero
3. 4.
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05
PYQ 2015
easy
physics ID: neet-201

In the given figure, a diode is connected to an external resistance Ā and an EMF of . If the barrier potential developed across the diode is , the current in the circuit will be:

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2.
3.
4.

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06
PYQ 2016
easy
physics ID: neet-201

The given circuit has two ideal diodes connected as shown in the figure below. The current flowing through the resistance will be:

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3. 4.
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07
PYQ 2017
easy
physics ID: neet-201

Which one of the following represents the forward bias diode?

1. Ā 
2. Ā 
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08
PYQ 2018
easy
physics ID: neet-201

In a junction diode, the change in temperature due to heating:

1. affects only reverse resistance.
2. affects only forward bias.
3. does not affect the resistance of the junction.
4. affects the overall characteristics of a junction.

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09
PYQ 2020
easy
physics ID: neet-202

Out of the following which one is a forward-biased diode?

1. Ā 
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PYQ 2022
easy
physics ID: neet-202
In the given circuits and the potential drop across the two junctions is equal in:

1. both circuits and
2. circuit only
3. circuit only
4. circuit only
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PYQ 2024
medium
physics ID: neet-202
Choose the correct circuit which can achieve the bridge balance :
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Preparing Pn Junction for NEET

Pn Junction is a specific sub-topic that frequently appears in the NEET examination. Understanding the underlying principles and practicing targeted questions is key to mastering this concept.

The questions compiled above are previous year questions (PYQs) directly related to Pn Junction. Practicing these specific questions helps you understand the difficulty level and the examiner's approach to this topic.

Topic Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pn Junction a high-weightage topic?

You can refer to the priority and consistency badges at the top of this page. High priority topics should be thoroughly revised multiple times before the exam.

Should I memorize the solutions?

No, it is highly recommended to understand the core concept and methodology behind each solution rather than memorizing them, as exact questions are rarely repeated, but the concepts definitely are.