ED-Question Bank

1. What is avalanche breakdown? With the help of diagram explain a single ionising collision
by an incoming electron during Avalanche breakdown. (10M)
2. Define photodiode. Write the equations for current and voltages in an illuminated Junction
explain working of photodiode(10M)
3. What are solar cells with the help of neat diagram explain the operation along with its
characteristics(10M)
4. Explain the Oxidation process with neat diagram and Equations.(10M)
5. With necessary diagrams describe the Diffusion process.(10M)
6. Write short note on photolithography in detail with diagrams.(10M)
7. With a neat diagram Explain Ion Implantation in fabrication process.(10M)
8. With the help of diagram, three different ways of Diode approximations(10M)
9. Define electroluminescence. Explain working of LED with neat diagram, along with its VI
characteristics(10M)
10. What are photo detectors..? Explain working of a pin photodiode along with its energy band
diagram.(10M)

11. Define the following : (5M)

a) Photodiode
b) LED
c) Zener breakdown
d) Photo carrier
e) Photocurrent
12. Explain the concept of rapid thermal processing. Compare Thermal oxidation and rapid
thermal processing.(5M)
13. With neat diagram, construction of solar cell.(5M)
14. Differentiate between zener breakdown and Avalanche breakdown(5M)
15. Briefly explain the concept of CVD. (5M)
16. Outline the steps involved in fabrication process.(5M)