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What is the difference between an avalanche breakdown and a Zener breakdown?
I have a question about electrical breakdowns. What is the difference between an avalanche breakdown and a Zener breakdown?
Great question! The main difference between an avalanche breakdown and a Zener breakdown is the way that the breakdown occurs. Avalanche breakdown is caused by the collision of electrons with atoms in the material, while Zener breakdown is caused by quantum tunneling.