An interpretation of the observed oxygen and nitrogen enhancements in low energy cosmic rays

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Authors

L. A. Fisk · Goddard Space Flight Center

Abstract

It is proposed that the enhancements of cosmic ray oxygen and nitrogen observed at approximately 10 MeV/nucleon could result from neutral interstellar particles which are swept into the solar cavity. This is caused by motion of the sun through the interstellar medium, and the particles are subsequently ionized and accelerated.

Topics & Keywords

Solar and Space Plasma Dynamics Solar Radiation and Photovoltaics Gamma-ray bursts and supernovae

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Affordable and clean energy

Publication Details

Published in: NASA STI Repository (National Aeronautics and Space Administration)