(C)Element 2-24 Diodes Flashcards
1
Q
What is the one common use for PIN diodes?
A
RF Switch
2
Q
What is a common use of a hot carrier diode?
A
VHF and UHF Mixers and detectors
3
Q
Structurally, what are the two main categories of Semiconductor diodes?
A
Junction and Point of Contact
4
Q
What special type of diode is capable of both amplification and oscillation?
A
a tunnel diode
5
Q
What type of semiconductor diode varies its internal capacitance as the voltage applied to its terminal varies?
A
varactor diode
6
Q
What is the principle characteristic of a tunnel diode?
A
negative resistance region (tunnel)
