A p-n junction has various applications as in diode, transistor etc. A p-n junction with a bias voltage is shown below. (March – 2012)
A. Comment on the current flow across the junction under this condition.
B. Howa zener diode is different from an ordinary p-n junction diode?
C. Draw the reverse characteristics of a zener diode and an ordinary p-n junction diode.
D. With a diagram explain the action of a zener diode as a voltage regulator.
Answer:A
A p-n junction has various applications as in diode, transistor etc. A p-n junction with a bias voltage is shown below. (March – 2012)
A. Comment on the current flow across the junction under this condition. B. Howa zener diode is different from an ordinary p-n junction diode? C. Draw the reverse characteristics of a zener diode and an ordinary p-n junction diode. D. With a diagram explain the action of a zener diode as a voltage regulator.