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Does zener diode utilize a larger current?
A zener diode, in the reverse bias condition, presents a higher voltage. The current, however, is a function of the supplying circuit.
What is the function of zener?
zener diode is a revers bias diode which used for voltage regulation.
What is the purpose of the zener diode in a power supply?
to limit the voltage or regulate the same.
What type of diode maintains constant current?
zener diode
What is the ratio of doping in simple diode and zener diode?
3.2
What is Zener resistance of the Zener diode?
zener resistance of a zener diode is the resistance of the zener diode but which is the resistance of a diode
Zener diode with its forward biase?
acts like a normal diode in forward biased condition
What is the difference between an ideal zener diode and practical zener diode?
Zener diode is heavily doped pn junction diode.
Does zener diode utilize a larger current?
A zener diode, in the reverse bias condition, presents a higher voltage. The current, however, is a function of the supplying circuit.
How is zener diode different from a conventional diode or ideal diode?
zener diode :zener diode operates under reverse bias voltageideal diode :ideal diode operates under forward bias voltage
Does a zener diode acts as a switch?
A zener diode cannot be used as switch.
Does zener diode works after breakdown voltage?
Yes. The intended use of a zener diode is to be reverse biased at the breakdown voltage. In this mode, the zener has high slope in the current to voltage curve, making it a good choice for voltage regulation.
Who invented the zener diode?
Dr. Clarence Melvin Zener of Southern Illinois University invented the zener diode.
What is the function of zener?
zener diode is a revers bias diode which used for voltage regulation.
What is leakage current of zener diode?
The leakage current of a (zener) diode is the current that leaks when a diode is connected in reverse biased.
What is the leakage current of zener diode?
The leakage current of a (zener) diode is the current that leaks when a diode is connected in reverse biased.
In which condition zener diode operates?
If this is a homework related question, you really should consider trying to solve it yourself before looking at this answer. Otherwise, the value of the lesson, and the reinforcement provided by the assignment, will be lost to you.A zener diode is normally used in a reverse bias condition. A current limited voltage source is connected to the zener, often just a resistor to a voltage source, and the zener conducts and maintains the voltage at its design voltage, within specification and temperature limits.In the forward bias condition, the zener acts very much like an ordinary diode, but its primary value is in the reverse bias condition.
