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cosmic rays
plural noun
- radiation consisting of particles, esp protons, of very high energy that reach the earth from outer space Also calledcosmic radiation
cosmic rays
- Elementary particles , mainly protons , that are produced by the sun and other stars and then strike the upper atmosphere of the Earth . Some of these particles are absorbed, some help form the Van Allen belt , and some reach the Earth's surface, where they form a part of the background radiation that constantly surrounds us.
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They know about our theoretical work on cosmic rays, including Suzanne's work up to about a month ago.
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Jud explained that this was probably due to x-rays and cosmic rays which could penetrate the protective shield.
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"Cosmic rays, perhaps," needled Smithy, and became instantly sorry when his friend's face began to redden.
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They had molecular rays, cosmic rays, the energy of matter, then—what else had they now?
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All particles that had been previously discovered were observed first in cosmic rays or some other form of natural radiation.
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