James Webb Space Telescope Quiz

What makes the James Webb Space Telescope comparable to the Apollo missions?

• The challenges in its construction and the potential scientific payoff

• The international collaboration involved

• Its ability to land on the moon

• Its size and weight

What is the primary scientific goal of the James Webb Space Telescope?

• To study the surface of Mars

• To observe the early universe and the formation of the first stars and galaxies

• To explore the outer planets of our solar system

• To monitor Earth's weather patterns

What is the significance of the telescope's ability to observe in the infrared spectrum?

• It enables the telescope to detect sound waves

• It makes the telescope immune to cosmic rays

• It allows the telescope to see through dust clouds

• It allows the telescope to operate without solar power

Why is gold used in the mirrors of the James Webb Space Telescope?

• Gold is lightweight and easy to shape

• Gold has high reflectivity in the infrared spectrum

• Gold is cheaper than other metals

• Gold is resistant to space radiation

What material are the mirrors of the James Webb Space Telescope made of?

• Beryllium

• Carbon fiber

• Titanium

• Aluminum

What is the diameter of the James Webb Space Telescope's primary mirror?

• 8.0 meters

• 2.4 meters

• 6.5 meters

• 4.5 meters

What is the purpose of the fine steering mirror in the telescope's optical system?

• To cool the telescope's instruments

• To collect light from distant stars

• To focus light onto the primary mirror

• To correct slow drifts between the telescope and the spacecraft

How does the James Webb Space Telescope send data back to Earth?

• Through a network of satellites

• Using the deep space network

• By storing data on physical drives

• Via a direct cable connection

What is one of the key aspects of the James Webb Space Telescope's mission regarding exoplanets?

• To capture images of their surfaces

• To measure their gravitational pull

• To determine their distance from Earth

• To understand their compositions and habitability

What potential impact does the James Webb Space Telescope have on our understanding of cosmology?

• It will only provide minor updates to current knowledge

• It will focus solely on the study of black holes

• It holds the promise of rewriting and expanding our textbooks

• It will confirm existing theories without change