E6A12 - Amateur Extra Class

E6A12 : What is the purpose of connecting Zener diodes between a MOSFET gate and its source or drain?
A To provide a voltage reference for the correct amount of reverse-bias gate voltage
B To protect the substrate from excessive voltages
C To keep the gate voltage within specifications and prevent the device from overheating
D To protect the gate from static damage
Correct Answer: To protect the gate from static damage