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Question:

The graph shown in the figure represents a plot of current versus voltage for a given semiconductor. Identify the region, if any, over which the semiconductor has a negative resistance.

Solution:

Resistance of a material can be found out by the slope of the curve V versus I, that is, R = ΔV/ΔI. Part BC of the curve shows the negative resistance with the increase in voltage, current decreases.