To forward bias a silicon diode, ________. A) The anode must ...

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To forward bias a silicon diode, ________.
 
  A) The anode must be connected to a resistor (300-500 ohms) and 12.0 volts, with the cathode also connected to 12.0 volts
  B) The voltage at the cathode must exceed the voltage at the anode by 0.3 to 0.5 volt
  C) The voltage at the anode must exceed the voltage at the cathode by 0.3 to 0.5 volt
  D) The voltage at the anode must exceed the voltage at the cathode by 0.5 to 0.7 volt

Question 2

A material with four electrons in the valence ring is called ________.
 
  A) A compound B) A semiconductor C) A conductor D) An insulator

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Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

B