9.2 - p-n Junction Diode
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Define p-type and n-type semiconductors.
💡 Hint: Think about the type of impurities used in each.
What happens in a p-n junction diode under forward bias?
💡 Hint: Consider how the connections to the terminals affect the flow.
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What happens to the depletion region in a p-n junction diode when forward bias is applied?
💡 Hint: Think about the effects of connecting terminals.
Under which biasing condition does a p-n junction diode conduct significant current?
💡 Hint: Recall the definition of biasing conditions.
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A silicon p-n junction diode is forward biased at 0.6 V with a peak current of 1A. Discuss the diode's behavior as the voltage approaches 0.7 V. What implications does this have in circuit design?
💡 Hint: Examine how the diode will behave near its cut-in voltage.
Explain the significance of reverse bias in preventing current flow in sensitive applications such as protectors and rectifiers.
💡 Hint: Think about the safety aspects of reverse bias in an electronic circuit.
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