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Leakage current flows through the thyristor in_________?

Correct answer: C. both forward and reverse blocking mode

  • A. forward blocking mode
  • B. reverse blocking mode
  • C. both forward and reverse blocking mode
  • D. forward conduction mode

Explanation

A thyristor carries only leakage current in either blocking condition: forward blocking with the anode positive, or reverse blocking with the anode negative. In forward conduction, the current is no longer called leakage current.

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