Astronomy and Spectroscopy

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Spectroscopes

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Tools that help scientists determine the chemical composition of distant stars by observing different bands of colors of light.

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Function of Satellites

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Launched into orbit to detect different forms of radiation, such as electromagnetic waves.

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Telescopes

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Produce detailed images and information about distant objects and phenomena.

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Telescopes and the Moon

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Help identify mountains and craters on the Moon.

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Telescopes and Galaxies

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Reveal the presence of billions of galaxies, each containing billions of stars.

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Optical Astronomy

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Uses light telescopes to study visible light from the universe.

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Chemical Elements in Stars

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Spectroscopes help identify elements like hydrogen, helium, neon, and argon in stars.

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Bands of Light in Stars

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Different bands of light are a result of different elements in each star.

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Satellites and Radiation

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Detect electromagnetic waves from space.

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Telescopes

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provide information about phenomena like Jupiter’s Great Red Spot.