The universe's most energetic particles travel at nearly light speed
In short: Explore the physics of cosmic rays—highly energetic particles that originate from extreme acceleration sites across the universe. This lecture by Katherine Blundell examines where these particles come from and what their high-velocity journey means for Earth.
Cosmic rays are particles traveling at speeds approaching the speed of light, born from environments of intense particle acceleration in deep space. The lecture investigates the specific origins of such extreme energies and explores the broader implications of these interactions for our planet.
Presented by Gresham College, an institution that has provided free public lectures since 1597, this session is part of a long-standing tradition of making complex scientific knowledge accessible to the public.
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