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IV Characteristic Curves

The document discusses the I-V characteristics of a diode in forward and reverse bias. In forward bias, the current remains low until reaching the barrier potential voltage, then increases. A series resistor can limit the current. In reverse bias, a small leakage current flows until the breakdown voltage is approached, after which the current rapidly increases.

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IV Characteristic Curves

The document discusses the I-V characteristics of a diode in forward and reverse bias. In forward bias, the current remains low until reaching the barrier potential voltage, then increases. A series resistor can limit the current. In reverse bias, a small leakage current flows until the breakdown voltage is approached, after which the current rapidly increases.

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The first quadrant represents the forward biased condition. Below the barrier potential, there is very little forward current. When the forward voltage reaches the value of the barrier potential, (0.7V for silicon and 0.3V for germanium), the current begins to increase. Can be limited by a series resistor.

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The voltage across the forward biased is known as knee voltage The third quadrant represents the reverse biased condition. The leakage current flows until the breakdown voltage is approached. When the reverse voltage reaches the value of the breakdown voltage, ( 50V for germanium and 100V for silicon), the current begins to increase.

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