Q. A diode having potential difference 0.5 V across its junction which does not depend on current, is connected in series with resistance of 20 across source. If 0.1 A current passes through resistance then what is the voltage of the source?

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Solution:

The circuit diagram of the given situation is shown. Since, it is a closed mesh, the voltage is

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