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Cosmic Rays: Quiz
Cosmic Rays Quiz
Cosmic rays are made up of:
[A] Electrons
[B] Protons
[C] Atomic nuclei
[D] All of the above
Most galactic cosmic rays have been accelerated in:
[A] Stars
[B] Supernovae
[C] Supernova remnants
[D] The Big Bang
Cosmic rays are accelerated by:
[A] Magnetic fields
[B] Electric fields
[C] Pressure
[D] Gravity
The percentage of cosmic rays that are either hydrogen or helium is:
[A] 80 %
[B] 90 %
[C] 95 %
[D] 99 %