What happens to a diode when it is reverse-biased?

What happens to a diode when it is reverse-biased?

Step 1: Understand what a diode is. A diode is a component that allows current to flow in one direction only.
Step 2: Learn about biasing. Biasing refers to how we connect the diode in a circuit.
Step 3: Know what reverse-bias means. Reverse-bias occurs when the positive side of the voltage source is connected to the negative side of the diode.
Step 4: When a diode is reverse-biased, it creates a barrier that prevents current from flowing through it.
Step 5: This blocking continues until a certain voltage, called the breakdown voltage, is reached.
Step 6: If the breakdown voltage is reached, the diode may start to conduct, but this can damage the diode if it is not designed for it.

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