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Write four characteristics properties of cathode rays.


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Important properties of cathode rays are:

  • Cathode rays are negatively charged.
  • Cathode rays travel in a straight line and can cast sharp shadows.
  • Cathode rays travel in a straight line and can cast sharp shadows.
  • Cathode rays show deflection when placed in an electric field and magnetic field.
  • They can penetrate through thin metal plates.
  • The properties of the cathode rays do not depend on the electrodes and the gas used in the vacuum tube.

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