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Gamma-ray Astronomy: Quiz
Gamma-ray Astronomy Quiz
Which of the following processes result in gamma-ray emission?
[A] Cosmic ray interactions with interstellar gas
[B] Supernova explosions
[C] Interaction of energetic electrons with magnetic fields
[D] All of the above
Gamma-rays are the most energetic form of electromagnetic radiation.
[A] True
[B] False
[C] We don't know
Gamma-ray astronomy could not began until
[A] computers could be used
[B] we could get above most of the atmosphere
[C] we were safe from alien invasion
The first gamma-ray telescope was on
[A] SAS-2
[B] Explorer XI
[C] COS-B