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Noun: photocathode  ,fow-tow'ka,thowd
  1. A cathode that emits electrons when illuminated

Derived forms: photocathodes

Type of: cathode, kathode [archaic]

Part of: electric eye, magic eye, photocell, photoconductive cell, photoelectric cell

Encyclopedia: Photocathode

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