Q. When subjected to a transverse electric field, cathode rays move
A) Down the potential gradient
B) Up the potential gradient
C) Along a hyperbolic path
D) Along a circular path
Explanation
(b) In an electric field, a force opposite to the direction of electric field acts on negatively charged particles ($i.e.$ from lower potential to higher potential)
Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.