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As compared to an ordinary semiconductor diode, a Schottky diode

has lower cut in voltage
has higher cut in voltage
lower reverse saturation current
both (b) and (c)

Correct Answer: has lower cut in voltage

Explanation:

Cut in voltage in Schottky diode is about 0.3 V as compared to 0.7 V in ordinary semiconductor diode.

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