9.3.1 - Zener Diode
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What unique feature allows Zener diodes to maintain voltage?
💡 Hint: Think about the direction in which a Zener diode allows current flow.
Why are Zener diodes used in voltage regulation?
💡 Hint: Consider their response to input voltage changes.
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What is the primary function of a Zener diode?
💡 Hint: Think of its unique operating region.
True or False: Zener diodes are designed to allow current to flow normally in the forward direction.
💡 Hint: Focus on their reverse bias characteristics.
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Design a circuit incorporating a Zener diode to regulate the voltage for a sensitive electronic sensor, explaining the rationale behind component selection.
💡 Hint: Consider the sensor's operating voltage when choosing your Zener voltage.
Explain how temperature variations might affect the performance of a Zener diode in a circuit designed for voltage regulation.
💡 Hint: How does temperature influence semiconductor behavior?
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