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Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 2]
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Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 2]
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Electric Current through Gases

Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 2] · Physics · Electric Current through Gases

Cathode rays consist of a stream of

Cathode rays consist of a stream of

Options

  1. Aelectrons
  2. Bpositive ions
  3. Cnegative ions
  4. Dprotons

Correct answer

A. electrons

Step-by-step solution

Cathode rays are streams of fast-moving electrons emitted from the cathode of a discharge tube at very low pressure.

Therefore, cathode rays consist of a stream of electrons.
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