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K1-15. Oscilloscope CRT - Deflection By Electric Field

Purpose

To demonstrate the deflection of an electron beam by an electric field.◙

Equipment

Oscilloscope CRT with charging materials and battery with leads.◙

Images

k1-15

Description

The electron beam starting at the rear of the tube is seen on the front fluorescent screen in the standard way. Holding a charged rod near the tube creates an electric field which deflects the beam. Connecting a battery to contacts at the back of the tube puts an electric field on two sets of internal deflection plates, causing either horizontal or vertical deflection of the beam.