The rays that have negative charge are ___________?

Correct answer: B. Cathode Rays

  • A. Anode Rays
  • B. Cathode Rays
  • C. Canal Rays
  • D. Gamma Rays

Explanation

Cathode rays are streams of electrons emitted from the cathode, so they carry negative charge. Canal or anode rays contain positive ions, while gamma rays are electromagnetic radiation and have no charge; students may confuse cathode rays with the positive anode rays because both occur in a discharge tube.

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