Which risk increases when a waveguide's dimensions approach λ/2 for the propagating wave?

💡 Explanation

Evanescent wave energy increases due to the cutoff frequency approaching the signal frequency, because the waveguide can no longer support propagation. Therefore, increased evanescent energy occurs, rather than dielectric breakdown, since power isn't necessarily high.

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