Transistors - 1 Flashcards
1
Q
What is the meaning of the term “alpha” with regard to bipolar transistors? The change of:
A
Collector current with respect to emitter current
2
Q
What are the three terminals of a bipolar transistor?
A
Base, collector and emitter
3
Q
What is the meaning of the term “beta” with regard to bipolar transistors? The change of:
A
Collector current with respect to base current
4
Q
What are the elements of a unijunction transistor?
A
Base 1, base 2, and emitter
5
Q
The beta cutoff frequency of a bipolar transistor is the frequency at which:
A
Emitter current gain has decreased to 0.707 of maximum
6
Q
What does it mean for a transistor to be fully saturated?
A
The collector current is at its maximum value
