Chemistryhard · Past Paper
Which metal is used as a 'getter' in vacuum tubes to remove traces of oxygen?
AIron
BCopper
CMagnesium
DBarium
✓ Correct Answer: D — Barium
Barium is used as a getter because it reacts readily with any remaining gases in the tube, maintaining the vacuum.
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