Reach for the Stars Division B Science Olympiad

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What is the primary function of the Hubble Space Telescope?

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To observe the universe and provide detailed images and data of celestial objects.

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In which constellation is the dwarf nova located?

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Cygnus

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What is the common name of SN 1604?

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Kepler's Supernova.

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Which constellation is associated with the Andromeda Galaxy?

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Andromeda.

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What is the primary purpose of the Spitzer Space Telescope?

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To observe the universe in infrared wavelengths.

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What type of celestial object is a dwarf nova?

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A type of cataclysmic variable star that undergoes periodic outbursts.

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What is the significance of Kepler's Supernova in astronomy?

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It was one of the brightest supernovae observed in history and helped advance the understanding of stellar evolution.

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What are the main wavelengths of light that the Hubble Space Telescope observes?

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Visible, ultraviolet, and near-infrared wavelengths.

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What is the role of constellations in astronomy?

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Constellations help astronomers locate and identify celestial objects in the night sky.

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What is the difference between a supernova and a nova?

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A supernova is a more powerful explosion that occurs at the end of a massive star's life, while a nova is a smaller explosion on the surface of a white dwarf.