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Because of shielding of the atmosphere and Earth's magnetic field, cosmic rays have very little effect upon us, the average person receiving less than half a millisievert, although some sources report up to 2.5 mSv annually. The recommended maximum is about 1000; which is more likely to be encountered only by an astronaut on an extended mission.
Negative effects on human tissue include DNA damage, cancer-like effects, or a kind of cataract, brain and neurological effects, and possibly acceleration of Alzheimer's.
Some astronauts in the Apollo program reported seeing light flashes, which may have been effects related to cosmic ray collision with the retina, optic nerve, or visual cortex in the brain, but no permanent damage was expected to result.
Cosmic rays are also known to adversely affect electronics causing (usually transient) malfunctions, and some manufactures add shielding as a hardening against cosmic rays, particularly for processors used in space-based applications.
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How do the sun rays protect us from cosmic radiation?
Sun rays do not protect us. the ozone layer protects us.
Why are cosmic rays harmful to living organisms?
Because the cosmic rays consist of charged particles like gamma rays and x-rays
Where can you find cosmic rays?
Through Milky way galaxy , most cosmic rays come from the Galaxy's disk.
Are cosmic rays part of the electromagnetic spectrum?
no they are not. NASA suggests that the spectrum of electromagnetic radiation does not include cosmic rays.
Are gamma rays stronger than cosmic ray?
Gamma rays are a form of electromagnetic radiation, and they are the highest frequency form of that type of energy. They can be said to vibrate fastest. But cosmic rays are mostly protons, which are a form of particulate radiation. Comparing gamma rays to cosmic rays as regards frequency is not something we do.
How do the sun rays protect us from cosmic radiation?
Sun rays do not protect us. the ozone layer protects us.
Why are cosmic rays harmful to living organisms?
Because the cosmic rays consist of charged particles like gamma rays and x-rays
Do stars effect earth?
A team at the Danish National Space Center has discovered how cosmic rays from exploding stars can help to make clouds in the atmosphere. The results support the theory that cosmic rays influence Earth's climate.
What type of wave vibrates the faster cosmic rays or gamma rays?
There's a considerable (overlapping) range of frequencies for both gamma rays and cosmic rays, but the upper reach for gamma rays is considered to be higher than that for cosmic rays, all the way to 10^30Hz.
What are deadly cosmic rays?
They are rays from the sun. They are way more harmful than UV rays. They go in zigzag line. Anything struck by the deadly cosmic rays might get killed. The magnetic field is a force that protects the planet from deadly cosmic rays.
Name the person who discovered the cosmic rays?
Cosmic rays were discovered by Victor Hess in 1912.
Where can you find cosmic rays?
Through Milky way galaxy , most cosmic rays come from the Galaxy's disk.
Are cosmic rays part of the electromagnetic spectrum?
no they are not. NASA suggests that the spectrum of electromagnetic radiation does not include cosmic rays.
Are gamma rays stronger than cosmic ray?
Gamma rays are a form of electromagnetic radiation, and they are the highest frequency form of that type of energy. They can be said to vibrate fastest. But cosmic rays are mostly protons, which are a form of particulate radiation. Comparing gamma rays to cosmic rays as regards frequency is not something we do.
Which waves has the highest frequency?
the answer is gamma rays
What are the sources of cosmic rays?
Any energetic event can produce cosmic rays, ranging from supernovae events to quasar jets.
Where are mesons found?
Cosmic rays ,,
