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HIGH-MASS ENERGY PARTICLES [1 record]

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Record 1 2001-04-01

English

Subject field(s)
  • Astrophysics and Cosmography
DEF

A highly charged and energetic component of cosmic rays.

OBS

These particles can deposit energy in tissue, possibly killing a cell if the particle passes to close to the cell's nucleus.

OBS

high mass energy particle; HZE particle: terms normally used in the plural.

Key term(s)
  • high-mass energy particles
  • high mass energy particles
  • HZE particles

French

Domaine(s)
  • Astrophysique et cosmographie
OBS

particule à numéro atomique élevé et à haute énergie : terme habituellement utilisé au pluriel.

Key term(s)
  • particules à numéro atomique élevé et à haute énergie

Spanish

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