Question
Download Solution PDFReverse biasing of a Zener diode _______
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFZener diode:
- A Semiconductor diode blocks current in the reverse direction but will suffer from premature breakdown or damage if the reverse voltage applied across becomes too high.
- It can operate continuously without being damaged in the region of reverse biased.
- The voltage across the Zener diode is constant in the reverse breakdown region.
- Hence Zener Diode on reverse Biasing acts as voltage Stabilizer
The I - V characteristic of the Zener diode is shown:
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