Chandra X-ray Observatory: Illuminating the Universe in X-rays
X-rays, invisible to the human eye, have provided astronomers with a unique perspective on the universe. Launched in 1999, the Chandra X-ray Observatory has been observing high-energy X-rays emanating from black holes, supernovas, and galaxy clusters.
These observations have shed light on the behavior of black holes and the powerful forces at work in the cosmos.
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Since time immemorial, humanity has been captivated by the vastness of the cosmos. Space exploration has led us to unravel mysteries beyond our home planet, Earth. Among the numerous tools utilized for celestial discovery, space telescopes stand as vital beacons of knowledge.
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The earth's atmosphere blocks out most X-rays and prevents astronomers from viewing the universe in X-ray light - a high-energy, short-wavelength light.
- In 1999, the Chandra X-ray Observatory was sent up to space. It scans the skies in X-ray light and can see X-ray sources 100 times ...
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