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2.8. Zener Diode and Breakdown Mechanisms
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What is a Zener diode?
Hint
Think about how it conducts when reverse biased.
- 2.
What is Zener breakdown?
Hint
Recall the low voltage range for Zener diodes.
- 3.
What do Zener diodes primarily function as?
- Rectifiers
- Voltage regulators
- Switches
- Amplifiers
Hint
Consider the key applications of Zener diodes.
- 4.
True or False: Zener breakdown occurs at high voltages.
- True
- False
Hint
Think about the voltage range for Zener diodes.
- 5.
A circuit using a Zener diode is connected to a 12V power supply with a Zener voltage of 5V. What will happen if the input voltage exceeds 5V?
Hint
Consider how Zener diodes maintain voltage.
- 6.
Propose a circuit that utilizes both Zener and avalanche breakdown in a practical scenario.
Hint
Think about when breakdown types occur.
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