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Dictionary of Electronics

"X" to "zeroing"

 
X
Symbol for reactance.

X axis
Horizontal axis.

Y
Symbol for admittance.

Y axis
Vertical axis.

Z axis
Axis perpendicular to both X and Y axes.

zener diode
Semiconductor diode in which reverse breakdown voltage current causes the diode to develop a constant voltage. Used as a clamp for voltage regulation.

zeroing
Calibrating a meter so that it shows a value of zero when zero is being measured.