How a PN junction ( diode) works

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Uploaded by on Feb 20, 2011

Very basic classical discussion of a PN junction (diode). Intended to cover Leaving Certificate or similar requirements.

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  • in your notes, your electric field is going from p side to n side... but shouldn't the electric field go from n side to p side???

  • @carab118 yip you're right never changed that, should though thanks!!

  • why does it conduct when the depletion region is reduced?

    thanks for the vid

  • @LOLittleHero The electic field produced stops the movement of charge. When you forward bias the junction, this field is overcome and allows the charge to flow again.

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  • great video, really helpful. Just one thing, when you dope a substance to create a P-type semiconductor you add elements from group 3 and when you create an N-type you add group 5 elements - i think you got them mixed up.

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  • Thank you :)

  • the voltage required to shrink the depletion region is called?????????please tell me....

  • Great explanation, simple and logical.

  • great video!! thanks for it!!

  • Clear, straight forward, great! Thanks for creating this! :)

  • Good work! No fancy Computers or slides used to explain things vividly!

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