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Practice Questions
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Question 1
Easy
What are the two terminals of a PN junction diode called?
💡 Hint: Think about how diodes are connected in circuits.
Question 2
Easy
At what voltage does a silicon diode typically start conducting?
💡 Hint: This voltage is referred to as the cut-in voltage.
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Interactive Quizzes
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What is the cut-in voltage for silicon PN junction diodes?
- 0.2 - 0.3 V
- 0.6 - 0.7 V
- 1.5 - 2.0 V
💡 Hint: Remember the typical values for silicon diodes.
Question 2
True or False: Zener diodes conduct in reverse bias to allow safe operation at higher voltages.
- True
- False
💡 Hint: Consider how Zener diodes are utilized in circuits.
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Challenge Problems
Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
Calculate the expected current through a silicon diode when a forward voltage of 0.7V is applied, assuming I_S is 10 nA and the ideality factor is 1.
💡 Hint: Solve for I_D by substituting the values into the equation provided.
Question 2
A Zener diode rated at 5.1V is used in a circuit with a varying load current from 0 mA to 50 mA. What happens to the Zener voltage when load current increases?
💡 Hint: Consider how Zener diodes are specified to perform under these conditions.
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