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Question
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The ability of a junction diode to __________ an alternating voltage is based on the fact that it allows current to pass only when it is forward biased.
Solution
The ability of a junction diode to Rectify an alternating voltage is based on the fact that it allows current to pass only when it is forward biased.
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