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What are cathode rays ?

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Cathode rays are streams of fast moving electrons or negatively charged particles
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  • Cathode rays are

    A
    electromagnetic waves
    B
    radiation
    C
    strea of alpha particles
    D
    stream of electron

  • The specific charge for anode rays is much less than the specific charge for cathode rays. This is because

    A
    anode rays are less positively charged.
    B
    Anode rays are made of cations whose mass is higher than electrons
    C
    Both 1 and 2
    D
    Neither 1 nor 2

  • The incorrect statement regarding cathode rays is

    A
    They travel in straight line
    B
    They depend on the nature of the gas
    C
    They are deflected by magnetic as well as electric fields
    D
    They produce mechanical effects

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