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The PN junction diode is used as...

The `PN` junction diode is used as

A

an amplifier

B

a rectifier

C

an oscillator

D

a modulator

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  10. What is the current in the circuit shown below?

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  11. The diode used in the circuit shown in the figure has a constant volta...

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  15. In a reverse biased diode, when the applied voltage changes by 1V, the...

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  16. Which of the following is correct regarding recitficaton?

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