Practice Part B: Zener Diode Characteristics (6.2) - CHARACTERIZATION OF DIODE CIRCUITS
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Part B: Zener Diode Characteristics

Practice - Part B: Zener Diode Characteristics

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is the primary function of a Zener diode?

💡 Hint: Think about its use in power supplies.

Question 2 Easy

Define Zener voltage.

💡 Hint: Remember, it stabilizes when reverse-biased.

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Question 1

What is the primary purpose of a Zener diode?

To allow current only in one direction
To regulate voltage
To amplify signals

💡 Hint: Remember its application in power circuits.

Question 2

True or False: Zener breakdown occurs at higher reverse voltages.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about the types and their voltage ranges.

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Challenge 1 Hard

You have a Zener diode with a breakdown voltage of 5.1V and a maximum power rating of 0.5W. What is the maximum reverse current it can safely handle?

💡 Hint: Use the power formula to find the current.

Challenge 2 Hard

If a Zener diode experiences a reverse voltage of 6V and the Zener voltage is 5.1V, what happens in terms of current?

💡 Hint: Consider the concept of reverse breakdown and its role.

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