cosmic rays
[/ˈkɒzmɪk reɪz/]
nounpl: cosmic rays (plural form)
raios cósmicos
1. High-energy particles originating from outer space that continuously bombard Earth's atmosphere and surface
Cosmic rays can penetrate deep into the Earth's atmosphere and create secondary particles.
Os raios cósmicos podem penetrar profundamente na atmosfera terrestre e criar partículas secundárias.
2. Subatomic particles, primarily protons and alpha particles, traveling at nearly the speed of light from sources beyond our solar system
Scientists study cosmic rays to understand the origins and composition of matter in the universe.
Os cientistas estudam raios cósmicos para compreender as origens e a composição da matéria no universo.
The term 'cosmic rays' is primarily used in scientific and academic contexts in both English-speaking countries and Brazil. It represents a fundamental concept in physics and astronomy studied at universities and research institutions worldwide. There is no colloquial or slang equivalent as this is technical scientific terminology.
Related Idioms & Phrases
bombarded by cosmic rays (figuratively: subjected to heavy influence)
cosmic ray burst (sudden intense radiation event)
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