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A $p-n$ junction diode has a forward bias applied of $0.68 \mathrm{~V}$ and is conducting $2 \mathrm{~mA}$. (a) Determine $I_o$. (b) Determine the static forward resistance. (c) Determine the ac small-signal resistance of the diode at room temperature.
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68 V), - \( q \) is the charge of an electron (\( 1.6 \times 10^{-19} \) C), - \( k \) is Boltzmann's constant (\( 1.38 \times 10^{-23} \) J/K), - \( T \) is the temperature in Kelvin (room temperature is approximately 300 K). Show more…
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