Cathode rays are _________ charged particles.

positively

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negatively

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none of these

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Solution

The correct option is B negatively
Properties of cathode rays include:
1) Cathode rays are produced by negative electrode or cathode is an evacuated tube and travel towards the anode.
2)They travel in straight lines and cast sharp shadows.
3) They have energy and can do work.
4) They are defected by electric and magnetic fields
5) They are negatively charged.

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