Physics A-Level
Forward bias
What Forward bias means in Physics A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Forward bias
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Reference: AQA
The condition where the anode is positive relative to the cathode, giving conduction at about 0.7 V for a silicon Zener.
Topics that use Forward bias
- Zener diode (A-level only) (AQA A-Level)
Related terms
- Cathode
- Circuit application
- Current limiting
- Current limiting and power dissipation
- Minimum operating current
- Reverse bias
- Reverse breakdown
- Reverse breakdown operation
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