TED-ED: How cosmic rays help us understand the universe - Veronica Bindi

The video explores the mysteries of the universe, focusing on cosmic rays as messengers from space. It begins with questions about the universe's composition and introduces cosmic rays, discovered by Victor Hess in 1912. These high-energy particles originate from outer space, often from supernovae, and travel through the cosmos, sometimes reaching Earth. Cosmic rays help scientists understand the abundance of elements and the universe's structure. The Alpha Magnetic Spectrometer on the International Space Station plays a crucial role in analyzing these particles, providing insights into antimatter and dark matter, and potentially aiding space travel.

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