Exploring Exoplanets with Advanced Telescopes

What is the main limitation of the James Webb Space Telescope when it comes to imaging exoplanets?

• It cannot capture any images of exoplanets.

• It can only capture images of gas giants.

• It cannot capture detailed images of Earth-like exoplanets.

• It can only capture images of planets within our solar system.

What is the proposed solution to capture detailed images of exoplanets?

• Using a solar gravitational lens.

• Using a network of small satellites.

• Building a larger telescope on Earth.

• Sending astronauts to exoplanets.

What is an Einstein ring?

• A type of telescope lens.

• A method of space travel.

• A ring of light formed by gravitational lensing.

• A new type of exoplanet.

How does gravitational lensing help in capturing images of exoplanets?

• It creates a direct path to the exoplanet.

• It increases the speed of light.

• It bends and magnifies light from distant objects.

• It changes the color of the light.

What is the main challenge in using a solar gravitational lens for imaging?

• Developing new camera technology.

• Positioning the telescope at the correct distance.

• Building a large enough telescope.

• Finding a suitable exoplanet.

What propulsion technology is being considered to reach the necessary distance for gravitational lensing?

• Chemical rockets.

• Nuclear propulsion.

• Solar sails.

• Ion thrusters.

What is the expected resolution of images captured using the solar gravitational lens?

• 1000x1000 pixels.

• 100x100 pixels.

• 5000x5000 pixels.

• 10x10 pixels.

What is the potential benefit of capturing detailed images of exoplanets?

• Identifying new minerals.

• Finding evidence of intelligent life.

• Improving Earth's climate models.

• Mapping the universe.

What is the main reason for excitement about the future of exoplanet imaging?

• The possibility of finding new planets in our solar system.

• The discovery of new galaxies.

• The potential to capture detailed images of exoplanets.

• The development of faster space travel.

What is the estimated time frame for potentially capturing detailed images of exoplanets using this method?

• By the 2030s.

• By the 2050s.

• By the 2060s.

• By the 2040s.