Cosmic Rays
Cosmic rays are energetic charged particles, primarily protons and atomic nuclei, originating from outer space that impact the Earth’s atmosphere. They present a constant stream of radiation to our planet.
LHAASO’s Confirmation: The Universe’s Most Powerful Cosmic Ray Sources
Clip title: We Found the Most Powerful Object In the Universe Author / channel: Astrum URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y6slPVbwLhI
Summary
- Introduces the high-energy particles (cosmic rays) that bombard Earth from space.
- Discusses how these particles predominantly consist of protons and pose a threat to satellites upon entering Earth’s atmosphere, causing ionization reactions.
Related Concepts
- gamma-rays
- high-energy physics
- astronomy
- LHAASO (Large High Altitude Air Shower Observatory)
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