Electronic Devices - Semiconductors - Discussion

Discussion Forum : Semiconductors - General Questions (Q.No. 24)
24.
The forward voltage across a conducting silicon diode is about
0.3 V.
1.7 V.
–0.7 V.
0.7 V.
Answer: Option
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Discussion:
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Pravin said:   1 decade ago
Cut in voltage for silicon is 0.7V, and cut in voltage for germanium is 0.3V.

Basha said:   1 decade ago
Cut in voltage for silicon is o.7v . If the forward voltage increased more than 0.7v then only it will conduct.

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