The identification of an inverse Compton interaction contribution to the intensity of cosmic gamma rays
- 1 August 1984
- journal article
- Published by IOP Publishing in Journal of Physics G: Nuclear Physics
- Vol. 10 (8), 1149-1161
- https://doi.org/10.1088/0305-4616/10/8/018
Abstract
A detailed analysis of the intensity of cosmic gamma rays at intermediate latitudes, mod b mod =11 degrees -10 degrees , given by Strong et al. (1982). has enabled a component to be isolated which the authors identify with the inverse Compton interactions of cosmic-ray electrons with interstellar photons. An approximate analysis of SAS II data at higher latitudes adds weight to the identification.Keywords
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