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Physics Question on Semiconductor electronics: materials, devices and simple circuits

Given below are two statements:
Statement I: Photovoltaic devices can convert optical radiation into electricity.
Statement II: Zener diode is designed to operate under reverse bias in breakdown region.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

A

Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct.

B

Statement I and Statement II are incorrect.

C

Both Statement I and Statement II are correct.

D

Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect

Answer

Both Statement I and Statement II are correct.

Explanation

Solution

The correct option is (C): Both Statement I and Statement II are correct.

I: Photovoltaic devices convert optical radiation into electricity.

II: Zener diode is designed to operate under reverse bias in breakdown region.

e.g., Zener diode as a voltage regulator.