The forward bias current in a diode is typically measured in:
In forward bias, the current due to majority carrier diffusion is large, typically in the milliampere (mA) range, requiring a milliammeter for measurement.
Ref: NCERT Physics Textbook - Latest Edition for Academic Session 2026-27 (Rationalized Textbook for Class XI and XII, continuing as per NCERT advisory for 2026-27), Chapter: Thermal Properties of Matter (Latest NCERT 2026-27), Topic: Latent heat Q = mL_f, ice melting, L_f = 3.35 × 10⁵ J kg⁻¹ and mass calculation. The section explains governing laws, formulas like μ₀ = 4π × 10⁻⁷ T·m/A,.