Electron acceleration

Electron acceleration refers to increasing the speed or energy of electrons when they are subjected to an electric field or force. Imagine electrons as tiny charged particles; when an electric voltage is applied, it creates a force that pushes or pulls these particles, speeding them up. This process is fundamental in devices like particle accelerators, where electrons are energized for scientific research, or in electronic components like cathode-ray tubes and electron microscopes. The key idea is that an electric field imparts energy to electrons, changing their velocity and allowing them to perform various technological functions.