Assertion (A): The reverse saturation current in a semiconductor diode is 4nA at 20°C and 32 nA at 50°C. Reason (R): The reverse saturation current in a semiconductor diode doubles for every 10°C rise in temperature.
Electronics and Communication Engineering
Electronic Devices and Circuits
Choose an option
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ABoth A and R are true and R is correct explanation of A
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BBoth A and R are true but R is not a correct explanation of A
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CA is true but R is false
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DA is false but R is true
Answer
Correct Answer: Both A and R are true and R is correct explanation of A
Explanation
At 20°C, 4 nA, at 30°C, 8 nA, at 40°C, 16 nA, at 50°C, 32 nA.