Exploring the Universe with Hubble

What is the primary purpose of the Hubble Space Telescope?

• To monitor weather patterns on Earth

• To study the Earth's atmosphere

• To observe distant galaxies and stars

• To explore the ocean depths

What was the major issue with Hubble's mirror when it was first deployed?

• It was not reflective

• It was too small

• It was out of focus

• It was too heavy

How did astronauts fix the initial problem with Hubble's mirror?

• By cleaning the mirror

• By replacing the mirror

• By installing corrective optics

• By adjusting the telescope's position

What is the Hubble Deep Field?

• A region of the ocean

• A part of the Milky Way

• An image showing thousands of distant galaxies

• A type of telescope lens

How are Hubble's images processed to reveal their full detail?

• By painting over them

• By combining multiple exposures and filtering light

• By using a microscope

• By using a magnifying glass

What can different wavelengths of light tell us about the cosmos?

• The age of the Earth

• The color of the stars

• The size of the universe

• The chemical composition, temperature, and movement of celestial objects

What is the significance of the 'Pillars of Creation' image?

• It reveals star formation and destruction

• It captures a solar eclipse

• It shows a new planet

• It depicts a black hole

How does computer modeling enhance our understanding of the universe?

• By designing new telescopes

• By simulating three-dimensional views of space

• By predicting weather patterns

• By creating fictional stories

What future event involving the Andromeda galaxy can Hubble help us visualize?

• A meteor shower

• The formation of a new star

• A solar eclipse

• The collision with the Milky Way

What does the narrator suggest about our place in the universe?

• We are the center of the universe

• We are insignificant but connected to everything

• We are the only intelligent life

• We are destined to conquer the cosmos