Cathode-ray oscilloscope

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-004198",
  "term": "Cathode-ray oscilloscope",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "An electronic instrument that displays varying electrical signals as waveforms on a screen. It uses a cathode-ray tube to deflect an electron beam, creating a visual representation of voltage changes over time. This device is used in atmospheric science for analyzing rapidly changing electrical phenomena, such as lightning discharges or radar signals.",
  "synonyms": [
    "oscilloscope",
    "‘ scope",
    "cathode-ray oscillograph"
  ],
  "see_also": [
    "radarscope"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/cathode-ray-oscilloscope/"
}