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Q4. a) What is a crystal diode? b) Explain its rectifying action. c) With a neat sketch, explain the working of the following: i. Centre-tap full-wave rectifier ii. Full-wave bridge rectifier

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a) What is a crystal diode?
b) Explain its rectifying action.
c) With a neat sketch, explain the working of the following:
i. Centre-tap full-wave rectifier
ii. Full-wave bridge rectifier

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