Introduction to Space Telescopes
Space telescopes are instruments located in outer space to observe astronomical objects free from the Earth's atmosphere. They provide higher-resolution images and can observe in wavelengths other than the optical range not easily accessed from the ground.
Famous Space Telescopes
- Hubble Space Telescope: Capturing the wonders of the universe for decades.
- James Webb Space Telescope: A new generation of telescope that looks into the cosmos more deeply.
- Chandra X-ray Observatory: Specializes in X-ray astronomy beyond the scope of Earth-based telescopes.
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Check out the detailed gallery of images captured by these telescopes here.