Practice Operation of the PN Junction Diode - 2 | 2. Operation of the PN Junction Diode | Electronic Devices 2
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What occurs when a PN junction is in forward bias?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what happens to the junction when you apply a positive voltage to the p-side.

Question 2

Easy

What is a depletion region?

πŸ’‘ Hint: This region is crucial for the functioning of the diode.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What effect does forward bias have on a PN junction?

  • Widen the depletion region
  • Narrow the depletion region
  • No effect

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how the applied voltage influences charge carriers.

Question 2

True or False: A PN junction diode allows current flow in both directions.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the definition of a diode.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Design a circuit using a PN junction diode to achieve rectification of an AC signal. Explain how you would bias the diode and the expected output.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how the diode's behavior changes with AC voltage.

Question 2

Calculate the effect of increasing temperature on the reverse saturation current and threshold voltage of a PN junction in a given circuit. Discuss the implications.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Apply the diode equation and use temperature dependence principles.

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