James Webb Telescope Quiz

James Webb Telescope Quiz

Assessment

Interactive Video

Physics

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Nancy Jackson

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What makes the James Webb Telescope's location at L2 advantageous compared to the Hubble's orbit?

It can orbit faster around the Earth.

It is closer to the Earth.

It is protected from solar radiation.

It has a stable position with an unobstructed view.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the James Webb Telescope differ from the Hubble in terms of light detection?

It can see infrared light.

It can detect ultraviolet light.

It cannot detect any light.

It can only see visible light.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of redshift in astronomy?

It indicates an object is moving closer.

It means an object is changing color.

It shows an object is stationary.

It suggests an object is moving away.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why can the James Webb Telescope observe the early universe?

It can see light from billions of years ago.

It travels back in time.

It creates new stars and galaxies.

It speeds up the light it receives.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long does it take for light from the Andromeda Galaxy to reach Earth?

52 minutes

15 quintillion years

1.3 seconds

2 million years