Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 2]PhysicsElectric Current through Gases
Identify the correct statements from the following:
Options
- AA diode valve can operate as an amplifier.
- BA triode valve can operate as a rectifier.
- CA triode valve can operate as an amplifier.
- DA diode valve can operate as a rectifier.
Correct answer
D. A diode valve can operate as a rectifier.
Step-by-step solution
A diode valve consists of two electrodes (cathode and anode). It allows unidirectional flow of electrons (from cathode to anode) and thus can operate as a rectifier. It does not have a control grid and therefore cannot amplify a signal. A triode valve consists of three electrodes (cathode, control grid, and anode). Like a diode, it allows unidirectional flow of electrons, meaning it can also operate as a rectifier. Furthermore, the control grid allows a small input voltage to control a large output current, enablin