Discrete dynode particle multiplier

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-003286",
  "term": "Discrete dynode particle multiplier",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A type of detector used in mass spectrometry and other applications to amplify a small current of charged particles. It consists of a series of individual electrodes, or dynodes, each held at a progressively higher potential. An incident ion or electron strikes the first dynode, releasing secondary electrons that are then accelerated to the next dynode, creating a cascade of electrons.",
  "subject": "Analytical Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "continuous dynode particle multiplier"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2013, 85, 1515. 'Definitions of terms relating to mass spectrometry (IUPAC Recommendations 2013)' on page 1538 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-06-04-06)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/discrete-dynode-particle-multiplier/"
}