Resistor Color Code Quiz

Which diode is used in solar cells?

• Photodiode

• Zener Diode

• Light Emitting Diode (LED)

• Standard Diode

What is the result of only one half of the input waveform reaching the output in half wave rectification?

• Increased mean voltage

• Lower mean voltage

• No change in voltage

• Higher frequency

What is the effect of half wave rectification on the mean voltage?

• It increases the mean voltage

• It decreases the mean voltage

• It has no effect on the mean voltage

• It doubles the mean voltage

Which component is essential for half wave rectification in a single-phase supply?

• Transformer

• Resistor

• Diode

• Capacitor

What is the purpose of using a bridge configuration in rectification?

• To reduce voltage

• To increase current

• To convert both polarities

• To eliminate noise

Which of the following is a characteristic of a TRIAC?

• It can conduct current in both directions.

• It only conducts current in one direction.

• It is used for DC circuits only.

• It is primarily used for signal amplification.

Which terminal of a thyristor is used to trigger it?

• Anode

• Cathode

• Gate

• Base

Which of the following is NOT a terminal of a thyristor?

• Anode

• Cathode

• Gate

• Emitter

What is the primary application of a thyristor?

• Signal processing

• Power control

• Data storage

• Light emission

What is the role of the anode in a thyristor?

• To emit electrons

• To control the gate

• To allow current flow

• To store charge