Diodes

What is the main function of a diode?

• Block current flow in one direction

• Allow current to flow in one direction

• Allow current to flow in both directions

• Block current flow in both directions

What is the material typically used to make diodes?

• Iron

• Silicon

• Aluminum

• Copper

What is the purpose of a rectifier diode?

• Convert AC to DC

• Regulate voltage

• Convert light to electricity

• Perform basic digital operations

What type of diode is used for lightning-fast switching?

• Rectifier diode

• Zener diode

• Schottky diode

• LED

What do photodiodes do?

• Convert light to electricity

• Regulate voltage

• Generate light

• Convert AC to DC

Where are diodes commonly found in electronic devices?

• All of the above

• In displays

• In logic circuits

• In power supplies

What is the main takeaway about diodes from the presentation?

• They are not found in many devices

• They are small but mighty components

• They have limited functionality

• They are large components

What is the continuous development in diodes focused on?

• Reducing size and weight

• Increasing cost

• Decreasing efficiency

• New materials and improved performance

What is the main role of diodes in modern electronics?

• Generating electricity

• Regulating temperature

• Controlling signals

• None of the above

What is the junction between the p-type and n-type regions of a diode called?

• Depletion zone

• Conduction band

• Valence band

• Energy gap