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A.P.N junction Diode when connected to an AC sourice behaves as an ?

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Rectifier
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Zero resistance
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Amplifier
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None of these
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Solution

The correct option is A Rectifier

When a diode is connected across AC source, it works as both half and full wave rectifier. Because for positive half of cycle it allows the current to flow but for negative half of cycle it stops current to flow.


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