Question

the term thyristor includes all the semiconductor devices which show inherent on - off behavior, as opposed to allowing gradual changes in conduction.
true
false

Explanation:

Thyristors are a class of semiconductor devices defined by their characteristic on/off switching behavior, where they transition abruptly between non-conducting (off) and conducting (on) states, rather than allowing gradual, linear changes in conduction like transistors. This matches the given definition.

Answer:

True