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does bjt amplify dc signal? why or why not?
asad1111 said:but what is transition frequency?
No, a BJT (Bipolar Junction Transistor) does not amplify DC signals. It can only amplify AC signals or small variations in DC signals.
BJTs operate in the active mode when amplifying signals, which requires a small voltage to be applied to the base terminal. DC signals have a constant voltage, so there is no change to trigger the transistor to operate in the active mode.
Yes, a BJT can amplify a DC signal through AC coupling. This involves using a capacitor to block the DC component of the signal, allowing the transistor to amplify the AC component.
A BJT can be used in conjunction with other components to amplify DC signals in order to switch them on and off, or to control the amount of current flowing through a circuit.
Yes, there are other devices that can amplify DC signals such as MOSFETs (Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor Field-Effect Transistor), operational amplifiers, and vacuum tubes. However, each device has its own unique characteristics and applications.