QuestionQ256

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Drag and drop the characteristic on the left to the correct cable type on the right.

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uses multiple wavelengths of light
has a core diameter of 9 microns
has increased attenuation over long distances
uses a single wavelength of light
multimode fiber
single-mode fiber
Explanation

Multimode fiber supports multiple light modes, so it is associated with multiple wavelengths/light paths and is less suitable for long-distance runs because modal dispersion and attenuation effects limit distance more than with single-mode. Single-mode fiber uses one light mode, has a very small core of about 9 microns, and is designed for longer-distance transmission with lower dispersion.

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