Transistors can be:
Correct answer: D. none
- A. half wave rectifier
- B. full wave rectifier
- C. both
- D. none
Explanation
Transistor can be used as a switch for opening and closing of the circuit. A transistor can also act as an amplifier, but not rectifier Since none of these answers are in the options, the answer is D.
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Rectification converts alternating current into unidirectional current using semiconductor diodes. The content includes half wave and full wave rectifiers, bridge circuits, output waveforms, ripple and smoothing with capacitors, with the difference between rectification and voltage regulation kept clear.
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