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secondary electron

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noun

plural

secondary electrons

  1. Physics, Chemistry. an electron generated through secondary emission.

secondary electron Scientific  

  1. An electron produced by secondary emission.

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In addition, the computational study provides insight into the underlying mechanisms of secondary electron emission.

From Science Daily • May 17, 2024

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