2.5 - Diode Equation
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Practice Questions
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What does the diode equation describe?
💡 Hint: Think about the core function of a diode.
What is the typical value of threshold voltage for silicon diodes?
💡 Hint: Think about common semiconductor materials.
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What does the Shockley Diode Equation primarily describe?
💡 Hint: Consider current and voltage interactions.
True or False: The reverse saturation current increases with rising temperature.
💡 Hint: Think about thermal dynamics.
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How would the current be affected in a silicon diode if the applied voltage is increased from 0.7V to 1.4V?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens as voltage rises above threshold levels.
If the ideality factor is adjusted to 2 for a certain diode, explain how this would affect the current compared to an ideal diode.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the meanings of high vs low ideality factors.
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