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Draw a circuit diagram of a p-n junction under reverse bias, using proper symbol for diode (not rectangular block).

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Why do we get a small current (in μA) through a p-n junction diode under reverse bias condition? In which direction does this current flow through the junction?
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Draw V-I characteristic curve for a p-n junction diode. Show the Zener voltage on the curve.

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Define ‘dynamic resistance’ of a p-n junction diode.
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What is a rectifier?
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Draw a labelled circuit diagram of a full-wave rectifier using p-n junction diodes.

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What is a light-emitting diode?
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An n-type semiconductor has excess of free electrons, while a p-type semiconductor has a deficiency of these. But when a p-n junction is formed, all the electrons do not flow from the n-region to the p-region. Why?

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Indicate which of the following p-n diodes are forward biased and which are reverse biased:

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