In a semiconductor diode, what is meant by potential barrier?

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Briefly explain how the diffusion and drift currents contribute to the formation of potential barrier in a p-n junction diode.

Explain the formation of the barrier potential in a p-n junction.

p-n Junction Formation and Depletion Region

Barrier Potential in p-n Junction

Explain the formation of depletion layer and barrier potential in a p-n junction diode.

Define barrier potential. Why does the thickness of the depletion layer in a p-n junction diode vary with increase in reverse bias ?

Explain how the barrier potential is formed in a p-n junction. How is it affected in