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What is true about the breakdown voltage in a Zener diode ?

Correct answer: D. It is approximately constant

  • A. It decreases when load current increases
  • B. It destroys the diode
  • C. It equals current times the resistance
  • D. It is approximately constant

Explanation

Once breakdown occurs, the Zener voltage remains approximately constant over its specified operating-current range. Increasing load current changes the current and may cause a small voltage variation, but does not normally destroy the diode if power limits are respected.

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