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What is the difference between transistors and thyristors?


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Difference between transistor and thyristor:

TransistorThyristor
1. A transistor has three layers of semiconductors.1. A thyristor has four layers of semiconductors.
2. We can use a transistor as an amplifier and a switch. 2. A thyristor can be used only as a switch.
3. A transistor requires a continuous input.3. A thyristor requires a pulsating input to maintain a forward current.

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