NASA | Fermi at Five Years

NASA | Fermi at Five Years

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Physics, Science, Other

5th - 12th Grade

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The Fermi Gamma Ray Space Telescope, launched in 2008, has made significant contributions to our understanding of the universe. It has observed gamma rays from various cosmic events, confirmed Einstein's theory of space-time, and provided insights into dark matter. Fermi has also detected supernova remnants, pulsars, and solar flares, revealing new information about cosmic rays and antimatter. The telescope's continuous operation has been crucial, even avoiding a potential collision with a defunct satellite, ensuring ongoing scientific discoveries.

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What significant discovery did the Fermi Gamma Ray Space Telescope make about the fabric of space and time?

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How has Fermi contributed to our understanding of dark matter?

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Describe the structure recently discovered in our Galaxy by scientists.

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What role do supernova remnants play in the emission of gamma rays?

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What was the significance of the gamma ray flares detected by Fermi in late 2010?

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How do thunderstorms contribute to the production of antimatter according to recent findings?

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What was the outcome of the potential collision between Fermi and a defunct Russian satellite?

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