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E9E04
What is the purpose of the series capacitor in a gamma match?
Pick an answer to check it.
Answer: B. To cancel unwanted inductive reactance
The gamma rod adds inductive reactance. A series capacitor cancels that inductive reactance so the match is purely resistive.
Tip: Gamma capacitor cancels inductance.