In a 15 V Zener diode , the breakdown mechanism will occur by ___________
A. Avalanche mechanism
B. Zener mechanism
C. Both Zener and avalanche mechanism
D. None of the above
Answer: Option A
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A. Less than load current
B. Zero
C. More than load current
D. None of the above
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C. Increases
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Zener breakdown occurs when less than 8 volts
Avalanche breakdown occurs when greater than 8 volts