Is This Statement About Zener Diodes Accurate?

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The discussion centers on the accuracy of a statement regarding Zener diodes, specifically their temperature sensitivity characteristics. Participants confirm that the temperature sensitivity of Zener diodes is indeed opposite to that of avalanche diodes. Additionally, it is established that around the 6V region, the temperature sensitivity measured in mV/°C reaches its minimum, which is a critical point for understanding Zener diode behavior in electronic applications.

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Do u agree with the statement given in picture i have attached about zener diode. i have taken this snapshot from a book on electronic devices.
 

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I think that's how it's usually explained. Also, the temperature sensitivity has opposite signs for avalanche cf. zener, and around that 6v region the temperature sensitivity (mV/°C) is a minimum.
 

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