a) List two properties of cathode rays. (b) Explain how the intensity and energy of cathode rays may be increased
Explanation
(a) Properties of cathode rays: Cathode rays
are negatively charged. travel in straight line in field free space. are deflected by electric/magnetic field. possess(kinetic) energy. possess momentum.
(b)(i) The intensity of cathode rays may be increased by raising the temperature of the cathode/increasing the current through the heater. (ii) The energy of cathode rays may be increased by raising the potential difference between the anode and the cathode/the anode potential.