Diodes Flashcards
1
Q
What is 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 contact
4
Q
What special type of diode is capable of both amplification and oscillation?
A
Tunnel diodes
5
Q
What type of semiconductor diode varies its internal capacitance as the voltage applied to its terminals varies?
A
Varactor diode
6
Q
What is the principal characteristic of a tunnel diode?
A
Negative resistance region
