Astronomy Telescope Allocation and Peer Review Process
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Olivia Brooks
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Physics, Science
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10th - 12th Grade
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Hard
08:40
10 questions
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1.
Multiple Choice
What is the main challenge faced by astronomers when trying to use premier telescopes like the Hubble Space Telescope?
Lack of funding for research
Weather conditions affecting observations
Over-subscription and limited telescope time
Technical difficulties in operating the telescope
2.
Multiple Choice
How often are calls for telescope time applications typically made?
Every week
Once a month
Twice a year
Every two years
3.
Multiple Choice
What is a significant problem with the current peer review process for telescope time allocation?
Too few proposals to review
Lack of qualified reviewers
Inadequate funding for the review process
Excessive workload leading to potential bias
4.
Multiple Choice
What is the proposed solution to distribute the review workload among astronomers?
Reducing the number of proposals
Having applicants review each other's proposals
Using a lottery system
Hiring more reviewers
5.
Multiple Choice
In the proposed review process, how many other proposals does each applicant typically review?
100 proposals
50 proposals
1 or 2 proposals
7 or 8 proposals
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