What did the James Webb Telescope unexpectedly discover while photographing galaxies?

Exploring the Universe with James Webb Telescope

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Emma Peterson
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A black hole
A supernova
A question mark-shaped galaxy
A new planet
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary function of the James Webb Telescope?
To monitor weather patterns
To investigate the universe's oldest and most distant parts
To explore the ocean depths
To study the Earth's atmosphere
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the significance of the James Webb Telescope's infrared capabilities?
It can observe the universe's oldest stars
It can measure temperature
It can see through clouds
It can detect sound waves
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What phenomenon allows astronomers to see more detailed images of distant galaxies?
Magnetic fields
Gravitational lensing
Cosmic rays
Solar flares
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the effect of gravitational lensing on the appearance of galaxies?
It changes their color
It distorts them into arcs and multiple images
It makes them appear smaller
It makes them disappear
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the term for seeing familiar shapes in random objects, often used in astronomy?
Astrology
Parallax
Pareidolia
Refraction
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is an example of pareidolia in astronomy?
The Big Bang
The Pillars of Creation
The Hubble Constant
The Doppler Effect
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