Discovery with the ALMA Telescope: The construction and function of the ALMA

The video discusses the ALMA observatory, a powerful array of radio telescopes in Chile's Atacama Desert. It explores the electromagnetic spectrum, focusing on millimeter and submillimeter wavelengths. The video details ALMA's design, cost, and construction, highlighting its role in studying the universe's cold regions and the formation of stars and planets.

What is the significance of the electromagnetic spectrum in astronomical observations?

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What challenges do astronomers face when observing millimeter and submillimeter wavelength light?

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