NEET Physics Semiconducting Devices NEET PYQ-Semiconducting Devices

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    In a \[p-n\] junction photo cell, the value of the photo-electromotive force produced by monochromatic light is proportional to:                                                                                                                        [AIPMT (S) 2004]

    A)        the barrier voltage at the \[p-n\] junction

    B)  the intensity of the light falling on the cell

    C)       the frequency of the light falling on the cell

    D)       the voltage applied at the \[p-n\] junction

    Correct Answer: B

    Solution :

    In a photoconductive cell, when monochromatic light is incident on the transparent metallic film, a force produced called the photo-electromotive, stimulates the emission of an electric current when photovoltaic action creates a potential difference between two points. The magnitude of this current depends upon the intensity of incident light. Hence, photo-electromotive force produced by monochromatic light is proportional to the intensity of light falling on the cell.


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