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  • Cosmic Rays vs. Gamma Rays: Which Vibrates Faster? - Space & Physics
    Gamma rays vibrate faster than cosmic rays. Here's why:

    * Electromagnetic Spectrum: Both cosmic rays and gamma rays are part of the electromagnetic spectrum. This spectrum is ordered by frequency (and wavelength), with higher frequency meaning faster vibrations.

    * Gamma Rays: Gamma rays are the highest energy and highest frequency portion of the electromagnetic spectrum. They vibrate extremely rapidly.

    * Cosmic Rays: Cosmic rays are not electromagnetic waves, but rather high-energy particles, primarily protons and atomic nuclei. They don't vibrate in the same way that electromagnetic radiation does.

    Therefore, gamma rays have a higher frequency than cosmic rays and vibrate faster.

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