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As the junction temperature increases, the voltage breakdown point for Zener mechanism _______________?

Correct answer: B. Is decreased

  • A. Is increased
  • B. Is decreased
  • C. Remains the same
  • D. None of the above

Explanation

The Zener effect has a negative temperature coefficient, so its breakdown voltage falls as junction temperature increases. This contrasts with avalanche breakdown, whose voltage increases with temperature.

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