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GAMMA RAY FLUX  

DEFINITION

  • The portion of the electromagnetic spectrum from approximately 10^-7 to 10^-5 micrometers. Most often, gamma ray sensors are used to detect composition (from wavelengths of rays emitted by nuclei) or to measure soil moisture.

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https://gcmd.earthdata.nasa.gov/kms/concept/fd8d9257-795c-4406-b205-cf20059d8e77

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