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E6B04
What type of semiconductor device is designed for use as a voltage-controlled capacitor?
Pick an answer to check it.
Answer: A. Varactor diode
A varactor diode is used reverse biased, and its junction capacitance changes with the applied voltage. That makes it a voltage-controlled capacitor for tuning circuits.
Tip: Varactor = variable reactor (capacitor).