A zener diode has ______________ breakdown voltage?
Correct answer: B. sharp
- A. undefined
- B. sharp
- C. zero
- D. none of the above
Explanation
A zener diode is manufactured to enter breakdown at a specified, sharply defined voltage. This sharp breakdown characteristic allows it to maintain an approximately constant voltage.
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