ISRO Electronics & Communication (ECE) 2015 - Question 67

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Topic: Microwave Engineering

Which of the following diodes is most suitable for detection of microwave signal?

  • A. P-I-N diode
  • B. Schottky barrier diode
  • C. Varactor diode
  • D. P-N junction diode

Answer: B. Schottky barrier diode

Explanation: Schottky barrier diodes (due to metal-semiconductor junction) are most suitable for measurement/detection at microwave frequencies.

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