USCG USCG Electrical
Set 3 • Question #68 of 142
Launch Interactive Practice Room Silicon diodes which are designed for a specific reverse breakdown voltage, and are most often used in electronic power supply voltage regulators, are called __________.
A
tunnel diodes
B
hot-carrier diodes
C
compensating diodes
D
Zener diodes
✓ Correct Answer
USCG NMC Regulatory Explanation
In USCG Marine Electrical Systems (IEEE 45 and 46 CFR), regarding 'Silicon diodes which are designed for a specific reverse breakdown voltage, and are most often used in electronic power supply voltage regulators, are called', the compliant technical standard is: 'Zener diodes'.
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