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most digital systems are based on semiconductor technology, which uses ____ and _____
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diodes; transistors
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a _____is a semiconductor device that allows current to flow in one direction but not the other
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diode
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the term _____ ______ refers to a diode whose anode voltage is more positive than its cathode, thus allowing current flow in the direction of the arrow
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foward biased
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_____ is the voltage necessary to cause a semiconductor device top conduct or cut current flow
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bias
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a ____ _____ _____ will not allow current flow because its anode voltage is equal to or more negative than its cathode
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reversed biased diode
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a ______ is analogous to a check valve in a water system
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diode
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current will flow only if the _____ is more positive than the cathode
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anode
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