Solid State Components Semester Review

What is the primary function of a diode?

• To allow for electrons to pass through it in both directions

• To only allow for electrons to pass through it in one direction

• To stop all electrons from passing through it

• To amplify the flow of electrons

Which of the following is NOT a type of rectifier?

• Half Wave

• Full Wave

• Full Wave Bridge

• Quarter Wave

Which semiconductor material is widely used in the manufacturing of transistors?

• Silicon

• Germanium

• Gallium Arsenide

• Indium Phosphide

What is "tinning" in the context of soldering iron maintenance?

• Cleaning the iron with a damp sponge

• Adding a thin layer of solder to the tip of the iron

• Coating the iron with a protective plastic

• Sharpening the tip of the iron

How are the resistors connected in a voltage divider circuit?

• In parallel across the power supply

• In series across the power supply

• In a mesh network

• In a star network

What happens to the current flow in a PN junction diode when it is forward biased?

• It decreases significantly.

• It remains unchanged.

• It increases significantly.

• There is no current flow in either direction.

Which of the following best describes a semiconductor?

• A material that completely blocks current

• A material that allows current to pass without any resistance

• A material that allows current to pass under certain conditions

• A material that only conducts heat

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What does the symbol for a diode represent with its triangle and line?

• The triangle represents the ANODE and the line represents the CATHODE.

• The triangle represents the CATHODE and the line represents the ANODE.

• Both the triangle and line represent the ANODE.

• Both the triangle and line represent the CATHODE.

What happens when Sophia connects a diode in the forward bias direction in her circuit project?

• Current will be blocked.

• The depletion layer gets larger.

• Current will flow.

• The diode has a high resistance.

What type of personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used when soldering?

• Highly Visible clothing

• Eye protection

• Helmet and boots

• Earplugs