Conceptual Physics (12th Edition)
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Author: Paul G. Hewitt
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 24, Problem 68RCQ
One way to shield a habitat in outer space from cosmic rays is with an absorbing blanket of some kind, which would function much like the atmosphere that protects Earth. Speculate on a second way for shielding the habitat that would also be similar to Earth’s natural shielding.
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