Due to the earth's magnetic field, charged cosmic ray particles - Vidyadip

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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
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Can never reach the equator
D
Can never reach the poles

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Answer

Correct option: C.

Can never reach the equator

As they enter the magnetic field of the earth, they are deflected away from the equator.

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