Certified Telecommunications Engineer (CTE)

What distinguishes single-mode fiber (SMF) from multimode fiber (MMF) in terms of core diameter?

SMF has a 50 µm core; MMF has a 9 µm core SMF has a ~9 µm core; MMF has a 50–62.5 µm core Both have identical core diameters but differ in cladding material SMF has a 100 µm core; MMF has a 62.5 µm core

Correct Answer:

SMF has a ~9 µm core; MMF has a 50–62.5 µm core

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