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Which rays are held within our galaxy by magnetic fields?

Correct answer C. Cosmic rays

Explanation

Cosmic rays are charged high-energy particles, and the galaxy's magnetic fields bend their paths so that many of them are trapped and wander within the Milky Way for millions of years.

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