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What is Zener voltage `( V_(2))` and how will a Zener diode be connected in circuits generally ?

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(i) When Zener diode is in reverse biased, at a particular voltage current increases suddenly is called Zener (or ) break down voltage.
(ii) Zener diode always connected in reverse bias.
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