1. diode2. converter3. transformer 4. mercury-arc rectifierpl provide with explanation
diode, true converter: vague term that can mean anything. AC-DC converter, DC-AC converter, voltage converter, frequency converter, etc. transformer, false mercury-arc rectifier, true But note that common use of the word transformer is as a power supply that generates DC from AC, so in that sense true could apply here. .
Hmmm a diode bridge can change ac to dc, but not just a diode. all it does is block current flow one way a converter - as in an inverter? This will convert dc to ac a transformer only works with ac, because it depends on the magnetic flux I dont' even know what a mercury arc rectifier is, but it sounds like it might work
obviously (3) transformer All the others allow current in only one direction. And i assume the converter is an AC to DC converter.