Semiconductor
A semiconductor is a material that has electrical conductivity between that of a conductor and an insulator. It can conduct electricity under certain conditions,...
PN Junction Diode
Definition:
A PN junction diode is formed when a p-type semiconductor (rich in holes) is joined with an n-type semiconductor (rich in electrons). The junction...
Intrinsic & Extrinsic Semiconductors
Intrinsic Semiconductor
Definition:
An intrinsic semiconductor is a pure form of semiconductor material (like silicon or germanium) with no impurities. Its electrical conductivity comes only from...
Forward and Reverse Bias
Definition:
A PN junction diode works in two modes depending on how the external voltage is applied:
Forward Bias: Current flows easily.
Reverse Bias: Current is almost...
LED (Light Emitting Diode)
A Light Emitting Diode (LED) is a semiconductor device that emits light when current flows through it in the forward direction. Unlike ordinary diodes,...
Zener Diode
A Zener diode is a special type of diode designed to allow current to flow not only in the forward direction (like a normal...
Photodiode
A photodiode is a semiconductor device that converts light into an electrical current. It operates in reverse bias and generates current when exposed to...
Simple Audio Amplifier Circuit Using AN7523N IC
This diagram explains how to build a basic 12V audio amplifier circuit using the AN7523N IC. It’s ideal for powering small speakers (like a...
