Practice Reverse Bias Characterization - 6.1.2 | EXPERIMENT NO. 1: CHARACTERIZATION OF DIODE CIRCUITS | Analog Circuit Lab
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6.1.2 - Reverse Bias Characterization

Learning

Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What is reverse bias in a diode?

💡 Hint: Think about which terminal of the voltage source connects to the diode's sides.

Question 2

Easy

Name the small current that flows in reverse bias.

💡 Hint: It's a very small current, often in nanoamps.

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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 term for the small current that flows in reverse bias?

  • Reverse breakdown current
  • Reverse saturation current
  • Breakdown current

💡 Hint: Think of a small current that flows under reverse conditions.

Question 2

True or False: Zener diodes operate in the normal forward bias region.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider where Zener diodes are frequently applied.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

A silicon diode has a reverse saturation current of 10 nA at room temperature. Calculate the expected current if the temperature increases significantly to 80 degrees Celsius.

💡 Hint: Consider the temperature effect on the diode's material properties.

Question 2

In a circuit with a Zener diode specified at 5.1V, calculate the series resistor needed if the input voltage is 12V and the Zener current should range between 20mA and 30mA.

💡 Hint: Calculate the voltage drop needed and then adjust for the expected Zener current.

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