diodo
1. An electronic component with two terminals that allows electric current to flow in one direction while blocking it in the opposite direction
The diode in the circuit prevents reverse current flow.
O diodo no circuito evita o fluxo de corrente reversa.
2. A semiconductor device used in rectification, voltage regulation, and signal demodulation
Light-emitting diodes are commonly used in modern displays.
Os diodos emissores de luz são comumente usados em telas modernas.
The term 'diode' is universally used in electronics and electrical engineering contexts across both Brazil and the United States. It is technical jargon with no colloquial variations. In Brazil, LED (light-emitting diode) has become widely recognized in consumer contexts due to the prevalence of LED lighting technology.
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