8.2.2 - Junction current of BJT
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What happens to the current during forward bias in a BJT?
💡 Hint: Recall the behavior of carrier movement under forward bias.
Define minority carrier in the context of BJTs.
💡 Hint: Think about the type of semiconductor and current flow.
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What effect does forward bias have on minority carriers in the base region?
💡 Hint: Think about the behavior of carriers in the p-n junction.
In the context of BJTs, what does 'RJ' stand for?
💡 Hint: Connect this term with how reverse bias affects current flow.
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Analyze the effect on collector current if the base-emitter voltage is doubled while keeping the base-collector voltage constant.
💡 Hint: Use the exponential relationship of the current with respect to voltage.
If a BJT operates in active mode with a high base-emitter voltage and a lower base-collector voltage, describe the impact on the overall gain (β).
💡 Hint: Consider how the biasing conditions affect the flow of charge carriers.
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