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NASA NTRS ยท 19890006446

Cosmic-ray detectors on the Moon

Abstract

The state of cosmic ray physics is reviewed. It is concluded that the nonexistent lunar magnetic field, the low lunar radiation background, and the lack of an atmosphere on the Moon provide an excellent environment for the study of high energy primary cosmic rays.

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Linsley, John. 1988-03-01. Cosmic-ray detectors on the Moon. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19890006446

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