hot cathode 1
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Definition
a cathode electrode which is heated to make it emit electrons due to thermionic emission.
Examples
- 1.Hot cathodes typically achieve much higher power density than cold cathodes, emitting significantly more electrons from the same surface area.
Synonyms
- thermionic cathode 1
a cathode electrode which is heated to make it emit electrons due to thermionic emission.


