Primary cosmic rays are composed largely of very fast__________?
Correct answer: A. Protons
- A. Protons
- B. Neutrons
- C. Electrons
- D. Gamma rays
Explanation
Primary cosmic rays consist largely of extremely fast protons, with smaller amounts of heavier atomic nuclei and electrons. Gamma rays are electromagnetic radiation rather than the main composition of primary cosmic rays.
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