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What's the difference between single mode and multimode fiber? (Select all that apply)
Single mode fiber supports more than one propagation mode, multimode doesn't.
Multimode fiber supports more than one propagation mode, single mode doesn't.
Single mode fiber has a larger core diameter.
Multimode fiber has a larger core diameter.
Single-mode fiber has a core diameter of 8.3 - 10 microns, whereas multi-mode fiber has a core diameter of 50 or 62.5 microns. The larger diameter of multi-mode fiber allows for multiple beams of light to travel through the cable. Single-mode cable only has one beam of light, which allows for greater distances and increased transfer speeds.
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