$A$ $p-n$ junction diode is reverse biased with a voltage of $8 \, V$. If the resistance of the diode is $4 \times 10^7 \, \Omega$, then the reverse saturation current is: (in $ \, \mu A$)

  • A
    $32$
  • B
    $2$
  • C
    $0.2$
  • D
    $0.5$

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