In the reverse-bias region the saturation current of a silicon diode is about 0.1 A (T 20°C).Determine its approximate value if the temperature is increased 50°C.

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In the reverse-bias region the
saturation current of a silicon diode
is about 0.1 A (T 20°C).Determine its
approximate value if the temperature
is increased 50°C.
Transcribed Image Text:In the reverse-bias region the saturation current of a silicon diode is about 0.1 A (T 20°C).Determine its approximate value if the temperature is increased 50°C.
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