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Supernovae: Cosmic Threats Linked to Cancer Risk

3/17/2025

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Supernovae unleash catastrophic forces, sending shock waves and high-energy radiation hurtling through space. Those caught too close to the explosion face devastating damage. While visible light is relatively harmless, the lurking threat of X-rays and cosmic rays looms large, with cosmic rays contributing to approximately 3% of cancer cases on our planet.

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Supernovae unleash catastrophic forces, sending shock waves and high-energy radiation hurtling through space. Those caught too close to the explosion face devastating damage. While visible light is relatively harmless, the lurking threat of X-rays and cosmic rays looms large, with cosmic rays contributing to approximately 3% of cancer cases on our planet.