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A reverse biased p-n junction usually breaks down through which two processes?
ADiffusion and drift
BThermionic and photoelectric
CZener and avalanche
DInjection and recombination
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Zener and avalanche
Beyond a critical field the depletion zone conducts by Zener or avalanche breakdown.
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