Additional Tutorial (1-2)

Question 1 [20]

Figure1

1.1 Using Figure1 as a reference, state and explain the resistor applications
in the circuit. (6)
1.2 Figure1 has the following data: VS = 7 V; R2 = 470Ω ; R1 = 1k5.
Using the voltage divider equation, determine the required R1 value to
set up VAB to be 4, 5 V. Give the E12 value of R1. (3)

1.3 Is the LED in the circuit in Figure1 an active or passive component?

Give reasons for your answer. (2)

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Additional Question

♦ Explain the fuction/application of each or combination of component(s) in the

circuit.
♦ State which component combinations uses the voltage divider configuration.

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Question 2 [16]

Table Q1

Measured
Voltage LDR LED
(V)

1st 3, 5 2
2nd 0 0

Figure Q1

VS = 9V; R1 = 1kΩ; R2 = 330Ω

1.1 In Table Q1, the measured values represent the following conditions:
1st – R1, in Figure Q1, is adjusted to ensure a certain voltage value across
AB.
2nd – R1 is readjusted to a certain value across AB.

1.1.1 What is the voltage across AB that yields the 1stmeasured result,
in Table 1.3? Give a reason for your answer. (2)

VAB is the sum of VLDR and VLED = 5, 5 V √. Series components

divide the supplied voltage across them. √

1.1.2 What is the approximate voltage VAB , for the voltage across the
components to be zero and give a reason. (2)

Slightly less than 2 V. √ The LED requires at least 2 V to conduct

and allow current to flow in the circuit. √

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1.4 Fill in the missing resistance and tolerance values / colour codes in
Table Q1.4 (3)
Resistance
Tolerance 1st band 2nd band 3rd band 4th band 5th band
value
5, 75Ω ±10% Green Violet Green Silver Silver
37, 2 kΩ ±0, 1% Orange Green Red Red Violet
62,1 Ω ± 0, 25% Blue Blue Brown Gold Blue
Table 1.4

1.5 Fill in the following chip resistor / coded values: (5)

Coded value 562 8205 0R27 1006 3R9

Resistance value 5k6 Ω 82 MΩ 0.27 Ω 100 MΩ 3.9 Ω

1.6 Define the following: (3)

1.6.1 Short circuit

1.6.2 Valance shell

1.6.3 Doping process

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Question 2 [15]

2.1 For each of the energy diagrams, briefly describe the class of material
based on relative comparison. (6)

2.2 Explain why is Silicon material attractive or preferred in the

semiconductor development. (2)

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2.3 Determine the forward voltage and forward current for the diode in
Figure Q2.3 for a complex diode model. Also find the voltage across
The limiting resistor. Assume 𝑟𝑟𝑏𝑏′ = 8, 2 Ω at the determined value of
forward current. Show all calculations assumptions (3)

Figure Q2.3

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2.4 Discuss the process of doping, making reference to a p-type
semiconductor material. (4)

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