Practice - Transfer Characteristics
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Practice Questions
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Define the term 'Current Gain' in the context of BJTs.
💡 Hint: Think about how much the small base current can control a larger output.
What is the primary function of the base current in a BJT?
💡 Hint: Relate this to amplification or switching in circuits.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the relationship between base current and collector current in a BJT?
💡 Hint: Consider how small signals control larger outputs.
True or False: The transfer characteristics of a BJT are linear across all current levels.
💡 Hint: Think about the amplification behavior graph.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a simple circuit using a BJT as a switch for an LED. Given a 12V supply and a base current of 2 mA, determine the maximum collector current you can expect if β = 120.
💡 Hint: Use the relationship between base current and collector current.
Explain how the transfer characteristics of a BJT would change if it's overheating. What practical steps could you take in circuit design to handle this?
💡 Hint: Consider how temperature affects semiconductor behavior.
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