cathode rays
a stream of electrons emitted from the surface of a cathode in a valve
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His discovery was in effect that electric rays emanated from the part of the tube struck by the cathode rays.
Invention | Bradley A. FiskeThis is to reduce the heating consequent on the projection of cathode rays from the edges of the disc against the glass tube.
On Laboratory Arts | Richard ThrelfallThis is produced by what are called cathode rays striking the glass walls of the tube.
Physics | Willis Eugene TowerThe tube in Fig. 420 has a screen covered with crystals which become luminous when struck by the cathode rays.
Physics | Willis Eugene TowerThe cathode rays which cause the bright line possess a negative charge of electricity.
Physics | Willis Eugene Tower
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