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G6A03
What is the approximate forward threshold voltage of a germanium diode?
Pick an answer to check it.
Answer: B. 0.3 volts
A germanium diode starts to conduct at about 0.3 volts forward bias. Silicon diodes need about 0.7 volts.
Tip: Germanium 0.3, silicon 0.7.