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Which consequence results when increased reverse voltage in Zener diodes?

A)Reverse currents increase sharply
B)Forward voltage becomes clamped
C)Capacitance linearly increases
D)Thermal runaway becomes prevented

💡 Explanation

Avalanche breakdown initiates a steep rise in reverse current because impact ionization produces numerous carriers within the depletion region; therefore exceeding max rating shorts the diode hardware rather than limiting the forward bias like shunt regulators do.

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