Space Tools

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What is a satellite?

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A satellite is a space tool placed in orbit around Earth, mainly used for communication and evaluation of Earth's surface and atmospheric conditions. It sends information back to Earth for interpretation.

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What type of waves do distant stars and galaxies emit that can be captured by telescopes?

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Distant stars and galaxies emit radio waves, which can be captured using radio telescopes.

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Why do radio telescopes need a large receiver?

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Radio telescopes need a large receiver to capture long radio waves emitted by celestial objects.

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What type of electromagnetic wave is used to process images in telescopes?

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Visible light is the type of electromagnetic wave used to process images observed through refracting or reflecting telescopes.

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What is a spectroscope?

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A spectroscope is a space tool used to collect data by analyzing the light spectrum emitted by celestial objects.

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What is the primary function of a space probe?

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A space probe is designed to travel beyond Earth's orbit to collect data about other planets, moons, and celestial bodies.

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What is the difference between a reflector telescope and a refractor telescope?

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A reflector telescope uses mirrors to gather and focus light, while a refractor telescope uses lenses.

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What type of data can satellites collect?

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Satellites can collect data on weather patterns, land use, and atmospheric conditions.

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What is the role of a telescope in astronomy?

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A telescope is used to observe distant celestial objects by collecting and magnifying light.

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What are electromagnetic waves?

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Electromagnetic waves are waves of energy that travel through space, including radio waves, visible light, and X-rays.

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