Practice I-v Characteristics: Understanding Diode Behavior (1.3.2) - Foundations of Analog Circuitry and Diode Applications
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I-V Characteristics: Understanding Diode Behavior

Practice - I-V Characteristics: Understanding Diode Behavior

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What happens to current in a diode when forward voltage is applied?

💡 Hint: Think about the conditions that allow current through the diode.

Question 2 Easy

Define reverse saturation current.

💡 Hint: Recall what happens under reverse bias.

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Question 1

What is the main characteristic of a diode in forward bias?

It blocks current
It allows current to flow
It has infinite resistance

💡 Hint: Recall forward bias conditions.

Question 2

True or False? The reverse saturation current does not change with increased reverse voltage.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider the definition of reverse saturation current.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Given a silicon diode with a reverse saturation current of 5nA and an applied forward voltage of 0.5V, calculate the current through the diode using the Shockley equation.

💡 Hint: Make sure to use the proper constants.

Challenge 2 Hard

Describe how you would design a circuit that avoids diode damage due to reverse breakdown.

💡 Hint: Think of protective measures in circuit design.

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