Thyristors Questions and Answers
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Q21
Thyristors are 4-layer semiconductor devices.
Answer: Option A
Q22
The diac can conduct current in either direction and is turned on when a breakover voltage is exceeded.
Answer: Option A
Q23
The triac is similar to an SCR, but it provides conduction for both halves of the ac wave.
Answer: Option A
Q24
The triac can be turned on or off by a pulse at the gate.
Answer: Option B