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HomeK. Electromagnetic PrinciplesK5. Electrical Properties Of MatterK5-43. Non-Ohmic Device - V Vs. I
K5-43. Non-Ohmic Device - V Vs. I
Purpose
To demonstrate the non-linearity of the V vs. I curve for a diode.
Equipment
Ohm's law apparatus with zener diode.
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Description
A zener diode is connected in series with a resistor across the output of a power supply. Observe the current vs. voltage as the voltage is varied. The voltage and current are read from projection meters when the device is placed on an overhead projector.
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See pagesk4. motors & generators
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See pagesk5. electrical properties of matter
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See pagesk6. electric circuits & instruments
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See pagesk7. rlc circuits
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See pagesk8. electromagnetic waves
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See pagesk1. forces on moving charges
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See pagesk2. electromagnetic induction
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See pagesk3. transformers
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See pagesk4. motors & generators
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See pagesk5. electrical properties of matter
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See pagesk6. electric circuits & instruments
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See pagesk7. rlc circuits
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See pagesk8. electromagnetic waves
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