Practice Applications Of Pn Junction (2.9) - Operation of the PN Junction Diode
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Applications of PN Junction

Practice - Applications of PN Junction

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is the primary function of a rectifier?

💡 Hint: Think about the type of current most devices use.

Question 2 Easy

What is a common use of Zener diodes?

💡 Hint: Consider where voltage stability is critical.

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Question 1

What is the primary function of a Zener diode?

Emit light
Convert AC to DC
Regulate voltage

💡 Hint: Think of power supply applications.

Question 2

True or False: Rectifiers can only be used with DC circuits.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider the purpose of rectification.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Create a circuit diagram for a full-wave rectifier and explain how it converts input AC to output DC. Include component values and calculations for ripple voltage.

💡 Hint: Consider how both halves of the AC waveform contribute to the output.

Challenge 2 Hard

Given the specifications of a diode and the desired output voltage, calculate the necessary reverse voltage for a selected Zener diode used in a voltage regulator circuit.

💡 Hint: Remember to account for the breakdown characteristics of Zener diodes.

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