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The mysterious particles of physics, part 2

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Detection of Cosmic Rays

Scientists in a salt mine have been trying to find dark matter for 30 years. They use detectors that can detect cosmic rays, which are thought to be the most powerful particles on Earth. But they've had trouble finding them because it's so hard to see through all the dust and debris made every second. The scientists at b bdeep mine hope their new machines will help solve the mystery of dark matter.

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