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In the breakdown region, Zener diode beh...

In the breakdown region, Zener diode behaves as a

A

constant current source

B

constant voltage source

C

constant resistance source

D

constant power source

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The correct Answer is:
B
In the breakdown region, the voltage across Zener diode remains constant even though the current through it changes. Hence, in the breakdown region Zener diode behaves as a constant voltage source.
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