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Astronomers identify a Milky Way proton PeVatron near Altair
Key Takeaways
- Astronomers say LHAASO J1912+1014u has been confirmed as a proton PeVatron.
- The result helps explain where some of the Milky Way's highest-energy cosmic ray protons originate.
- Researchers combined gamma-ray, radio, and X-ray observations to separate proton and electron scenarios.
- The finding strengthens the case for multiwavelength methods in identifying extreme particle accelerators.
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DT Editorial Team··via universetoday.com