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What is thermionic emission?.
- A.The release of electrons from a metal when heated
- B.The absorption of electrons by a metal when cooled
- C.The movement of electrons through a vacuum
- D.The deflection of electrons in a magnetic field
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- The release of electrons from a metal when heated
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Thermionic emission refers to the process where electrons are emitted from a metal surface when it is heated to a high temperature, providing the necessary energy to overcome the work function of the metal.
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