Diodes and Their Uses

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Types of diodes

The different types of diodes and their uses are listed below:
DiodeUses
p-n Junction DiodeHalf-wave rectifier, full-wave rectifier, switch, etc
Zener DiodeVoltage regulator
LEDLED bulbs, lasers, etc
PhotodiodeOptoelectronic receivers, solar cells, etc

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Examples of optoelectronic devices

Some important optoelectronic devices are:
1. LED converts electrical energy into light energy. It is useful for low power bulbs.
2. LASER diode converts electrical energy into light energy. It is useful as a high intensity monochromatic light source and finds applications in optical communication systems.
3. Photodiode converts light energy into electrical energy. It finds applications in optical communication systems and DC isolator circuits.
4. Solar cell converts light energy into electrical energy. It finds applications in energy production.

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