Practice Zener Diode - 3 | Semiconductor Devices and Applications | Basic Electronics Engineering
K12 Students

Academics

AI-Powered learning for Grades 8–12, aligned with major Indian and international curricula.

Professionals

Professional Courses

Industry-relevant training in Business, Technology, and Design to help professionals and graduates upskill for real-world careers.

Games

Interactive Games

Fun, engaging games to boost memory, math fluency, typing speed, and English skills—perfect for learners of all ages.

Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What is a Zener diode?

💡 Hint: Think about its operation in reverse bias.

Question 2

Easy

What is the function of a voltage regulator in a circuit?

💡 Hint: Consider changes in voltage supply.

Practice 4 more questions and get performance evaluation

Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What region does a Zener diode primarily operate in?

  • Forward region
  • Reverse breakdown region
  • Reverse saturation region

💡 Hint: Recall how Zener diodes function in different bias regions.

Question 2

True or False: Zener diodes can be used to regulate high power outputs.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the typical applications of Zener diodes.

Solve 1 more question and get performance evaluation

Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

You have a Zener diode rated at 12V. Design a circuit that allows it to effectively stabilize the voltage in a power supply that fluctuates between 10V and 15V.

💡 Hint: Focus on safe current levels and the diode's operational limits.

Question 2

Discuss how a Zener diode could protect a microcontroller from over-voltage conditions. Outline the considerations necessary for the design.

💡 Hint: Consider what happens when the voltage exceeds safe levels for your device.

Challenge and get performance evaluation