Understanding Radio Telescopes
Radio telescopes allow astronomers to study celestial objects that emit radio waves. These waves can travel through dust clouds, providing a clear view of phenomena occurring in the universe that may be hidden from optical telescopes.
Fun Facts About Radio Astronomy 🌟
- The first radio telescope was built in 1937 by Grote Reber.
- The largest radio telescope, FAST in China, has a dish diameter of 500 meters!
- Radio telescopes can operate day and night, unaffected by the weather or daylight.