In the context of digital electronics, the word sequential describes a circuit or component which requires the application of a clock pulse in order for any possible change in output state to be manifested.

Compare to: combinational or combinatorial

Se*quen"tial (?), a.

Succeeding or following in order.

-- Se*quen"tial*ly, adv.

 

© Webster 1913.

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