GCEPhysicsElectronics2022

Which of the following is the correct symbol for a p-n junction diode?

AA triangle pointing to a vertical bar, with the triangle connected to the anodeCORRECT
BTwo triangles pointing in opposite directions connected at their bases
CA circle with an arrow inside pointing outward
DA rectangle with a diagonal line through it
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A p-n junction diode is represented by a triangle (arrowhead) pointing toward a vertical bar. The anode is connected to the p-side (triangle base) and the cathode to the n-side (vertical bar). Current flows conventionally in the direction the arrow points when forward biased.
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