Electronic Devices Question 124
Question: Assertion : Zener diode works on a principle of breakdown voltage. Reason : Current increases suddenly after breakdown voltage.
Options:
A) If both assertion and reason are true and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.
B) If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
C) If assertion is true but reason is false.
D) If the assertion and reason both are false.
E) If assertion is false but reason is true.
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Answer:
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
When the reverse voltage across the zener diode is equal to or more than the breakdown voltage, the reverse current increases sharply.
