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A 42-light-year X-ray tail links a pulsar to previously 'orphan' gamma rays

A 42-light-year X-ray tail links a pulsar to previously 'orphan' gamma rays

By · Published September 22, 2026  20:34 UTC · Updated September 22, 2026  22:24 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: A 42-light-year X-ray tail links a pulsar to previously 'orphan' gamma rays
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According to the Chinese Academy of Sciences, space- and ground-based observatories have traced the long journey of cosmic rays. This discovery offers clues to the travel of cosmic particles.

Coverage from the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Phys.org emphasizes the significance of this link. This finding provides new insights into the behavior of pulsars and their role in cosmic ray acceleration.

Coverage from China Daily Global Edition notes that the discovery is a major breakthrough in understanding the origin of cosmic particles. However, it also raises questions about the complexity of the phenomenon, as the X-ray tail may not be the only mechanism for high-energy particle escape.

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Quick answers

What is a pulsar?

A pulsar is a highly magnetized rotating neutron star that emits electromagnetic radiation.

What are cosmic rays?

Cosmic rays are high-energy particles that originate from outside the solar system.

What is the significance of this discovery?

This discovery offers clues to the travel of cosmic particles and provides new insights into the behavior of pulsars and their role in cosmic ray acceleration.

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