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electron optics
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noun (used with a singular verb)
the study and use of the physical and optical properties of beams of electrons under the influence of electric or magnetic fields.
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Origin of electron optics
First recorded in 1915–20
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British Dictionary definitions for electron optics
electron optics
noun
(functioning as singular) the study and use of beams of electrons and of their deflection and focusing by electric and magnetic fields
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