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How is a Zener diode fabricated?
Write two important considerations used while fabricating a Zener diode.
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Solution 1
A Zener diode is fabricated by heavily doping both p and n sides of the junction
Solution 2
Two important considerations while fabricating a Zener diode are as follows:
(i) The Zener diode should be fabricated by heavily doping both p and n junctions.
(ii) Proper wafer-handling devices must be used to avoid contamination, which may affect the quality and stability of the diode.
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