Zener diode are generally made of _____________?
Correct answer: B. Silicon
- A. Germanium
- B. Silicon
- C. Carbon
- D. None of the above
Explanation
Zener diodes are generally manufactured from silicon because it has low leakage current and remains stable at higher temperatures than germanium. Germanium is therefore not the usual material for Zener regulators.
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