cathode in German
cathode in German is Kathode, Minuspol — cathode means an electrode, of a cell or other electrically polarized device, through which a positive current of electricity flows outwards (and thus, electrons flow inwards). It can have either a negative or a positive voltage with respect to anode of the same polarized device (depending on whether the device is a load or a source, respectively).
cathode in German
What does "cathode" mean?
- noun An electrode, of a cell or other electrically polarized device, through which a positive current of electricity flows outwards (and thus, electrons flow inwards). It can have either a negative or a positive voltage with respect to anode of the same polarized device (depending on whether the device is a load or a source, respectively).
- noun The electrode at which chemical reduction of cations takes place, usually resulting in the deposition of metal onto the electrode.
- noun The electrode from which electrons are emitted into a vacuum tube or gas-filled tube.
- noun That electrode of a semiconductor device which is connected to the n-type material of a p-n junction.
Common German translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "cathode" in German?
"cathode" in German is Kathode, Minuspol. cathode means: An electrode, of a cell or other electrically polarized device, through which a positive current of electricity flows outwards (and thus, electrons flow inwards). It can have either a negative or a positive voltage with respect to anode of the same polarized device (depending on whether the device is a load or a source, respectively).
Are there other ways to say "cathode" in German?
Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "cathode": Kathode, Minuspol.
