Ferrites are composed of a ceramic mixture. The ratio of ceramic binder, iron powder, and other trace metals can vary, producing different electrical characteristics.

Ferrite core

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MMIC is the abbreviation for Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit.

This circuit is used for amplification, mixing, or switching in circuits operating at microwave frequencies (300 MHz to 300 GHz).

Hint: The actual name almost seems one of the least likely, but try to remember that the name refers to microwave frequencies.

Hint 2: MM in Latin is two thousand (2,000), a fairly huge number. "Monolithic" means huge.

Silly Hint: When you see the "MM" in MMIC think of saying "mmm" when you smell your food "Microwaved" (Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit).

For more info see Wikipedia: Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit (MMIC)

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• CMOS - Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor
• TTL - transistor-transistor logic

CMOS circuits use only a very small amount of current when operating. The largest amount of current is used when the circuit is switching between "On" and "Off".

Hint: I think of it as a “Computer Mini Off Switch”, which uses very little power, like turning off the lights consumes less power.

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(B). ROM is the abbreviation for Read Only Memory. This type of storage memory is used for programming steps or data which you want to prevent from being changed. It protects the data or programming from being changed or corrupted while the information is being accessed.

For more info see Wikipedia: Read-only memory

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(C). When using non-volatile memory, the stored information is maintained even if power is removed. This is the type of memory used by hard discs, floppy discs, etc. The information is retained even if it is not connected to a power source.

For more info see Wikipedia: Non-volatile memory

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An integrated circuit operational amplifier operates as an ANALOG device, because it operates over a CONTINUOUS RANGE of voltage and current.

Hint: Analog devices react/operate in a continuous manner, whereas digital devices react/ in steps or increments.

For more info see Wikipedia: Analogue electronics

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The Type N connector is a moisture-resistant RF connector useful up to 10 GHz.

The Type N is often used for coaxial cable connections, and has a threaded plug similar to a PL-259 but with a moisture-resistant gasket. This type of connector is especially useful for antenna connections not only for its "water-tight" capabilities, but also because it has the same 50-ohm impedance as coaxial cable, and so impedances are matched.

Most manufacturers claim consistent performance up to 11 GHz and many use it up to 18 GHz.

For more info see Wikipedia: Type N connector

Silly hint: “N” for “Nautical”. (Water). Thus, associated with “water-resistant”

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An LED is forward biased when emitting light. In other words, the Light Emitting Diode (LED) lights up when the current flows in the forward direction through the diode PN-junction and photons are given off.

Silly Hint: The Light will lead you Forward!

For more info see Wikipedia: Light-emitting diode

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The liquid crystal display requires ambient or back lighting. This type of display actually works by the thin layer of crystal blocking light transmission when activated rather than emitting light. This is why it requires a source of lighting, so that the areas of blocked light stand out to be read.

For more info see Wikipedia: Liquid crystal display (LCD)

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The ferrite bead presents a high impedance to RF signals. As it is located on the outside of the cable, it will present that high impedance to any RF current flowing on the outer shield of the coax. It does not affect the RF current flowing in the inner core of the coax because these currents are contained within the shield braid.

Hint: Ferrite impedes the flow of the RF signal outside the shield. Silly visual: Imagine a ferret with its finger in the dam, holding back the flow.

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An SMA connector is A small threaded connector suitable for signals up to several GHz.

SMA is an acronym for a SubMiniature version A.

To eliminate distractors, note that SMA does not stand for serial multiple access. Also, an SMA is a miniature connector—so not a "large bayonet connector". Lastly, this is not a connector that is specialized for high power or high voltage.

This type of connector is usually used for smaller gauge coaxial cable. It is especially useful for handheld transceiver or other antenna connections because the SMA connector has a 50 ohm impedance, matching that of the coaxial cable, allowing for excellent performance.

Silly Hint: SMA is the the first three letters of the word “small.” There is only one choice of answers with the word “small” in it.

For more info, see Wikipedia: SMA (SubMiniature version A Connector)

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The RCA Phono connector is the most commonly used for audio signals in amateur radio stations. Originally manufactured by the RCA company for their audio equipment they are now the standard red, white and yellow plugs used for connecting all types of audio equipment. Sometimes they are referred to as standard composite or component audio/video plugs.

For more info see Wikipedia: RCA connector

Silly hint: “Phono” sounds like phone, which is technology that uses audio.

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The PL-259 connector is commonly used for RF service at frequencies up to 150 MHz. This is a part of the UHF group of connectors. The PL-259 has a plug with a central male pin and is usually used for connection of coaxial cable.

Hint: 5 is the middle figure in both PL-259 and 150 MHz.

For more info see Wikipedia: PL-259

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