Which outcome is possible across a p-n junction?

💡 Explanation

Reverse bias results in leakage current because electron quantum tunneling allows electrons to traverse the depletion region, despite the energy barrier. Therefore, current flows; rather than the alternative effects normally requiring injected charge, which would not inherently bypass the junction area.

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