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In case of a Zener diode,

A

to use as a voltage regulator it is kept in reverse bias.

B

power consumption in reverse bias is higher than that of an ordinary semiconductor diode

C

in forward bias it behaves as an ordinary semiconductor diode is

D

If Zener voltage is applied in reverse bias then a high potential barrier is created at its junction

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