Diode Forward Bias

Front

What is the forward voltage drop (VD) for a Silicon Diode?

Back

0.7V

Front

What is the forward voltage drop (VD) for a Germanium Diode?

Back

0.3V

Front

State diodes condition in reverse bias circuit.

Back

Both diodes act like open switches VD = source voltage and ID =0A

Front

The silicon diode is forward bias.

What is the formula or value for VD?

Back

VD = 0.7V (or VD = E if E <0.7V)

Front

The silicon diode is forward bias.

What is the formula or value for VR?

Back

VR = E – VD

Front

The silicon diode is forward bias.

What is the formula or value for ID?

Back

ID = IR = VR /R

Front

The diode is reverse biased.

What is the formula or values for the following VD?

Back

VD = E

Front

The diode is reverse biased.

What is the formula or values for the following VR?

Back

VR = 0V

Front

The diode is reverse biased.

What is the formula or values for the following ID?

Back

ID = IR = 0A

Front

What is the application of diodes

Back

Switch in Logic Gates

- Designed to make decision

Rectifier circuits

- Designed for rectification process

Clipper circuits

Clamper circuits