Question
Question: Due to the earth's magnetic field, charged cosmic ray particles...
Due to the earth's magnetic field, charged cosmic ray particles
A
Require greater kinetic energy to reach the equator than the poles
B
Require less kinetic energy to reach the equator than the poles
C
Can never reach the equator
D
Can never reach the poles
Answer
Can never reach the equator
Explanation
Solution
As they enter the magnetic field of the earth, they are deflected away from the equator.