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Semiconductors/Photodiode
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Photo diode is a p-n junction diode fabricated with a transparent window to allow light and is operated under reverse bias. When light with energy hν>Eg of the semiconductor fall on the diode electron-hole pair are generated. Electrons are collected on n side and holes on p side, increasing the reverse current through the diode.