Diodes and Full Wave Bridge Rectifier

What is the function of a diode in a circuit?

• Generate heat

• Store electrical energy

• Control current direction

• Amplify current

What happens when a diode is in reverse bias?

• It acts as a conductor

• It generates light

• It allows current flow

• It acts as an insulator

What happens when a diode is in forward bias?

• It acts as a conductor

• It generates light

• It allows current flow

• It acts as an insulator

How does a diode convert AC to DC?

• By amplifying the current

• By blocking the current

• By allowing only positive half cycles

• By allowing only negative half cycles

What happens when a diode is faulty?

• It generates light

• It conducts in both directions

• It blocks current flow in both directions

• It increases resistance

What is the purpose of a full wave bridge rectifier?

• Convert AC to DC

• Convert DC to AC

• Reduce Current

• Amplify Voltage

What is the purpose of adding a capacitor in parallel with the load in a rectifier circuit?

• Increase Voltage

• Smooth Out Ripple

• Reduce Voltage

• Introduce Phase Shift

What is the purpose of a bleeder resistor in a rectifier circuit?

• Smooth Out Waveform

• Reduce Ripple

• Drain Capacitor Charge

• Increase Voltage

What component is used to oppose the change in current in a rectifier circuit with a large load?

• Capacitor

• Transformer

• Resistor

• Inductor

What is the purpose of a voltage regulator in a rectifier circuit?

• To increase the input voltage
• To generate alternating current
• To decrease the output current
• To maintain a constant output voltage