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The light from very distant stars may be seen and analysed for elemental composition.

Similarly with the microwave radiation from the Big bang.

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Q: How is the electromagnetic spectrum used in outer space?
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What is outer space also know as?

Outer space is also known as the universe aka a word used in space science.


Which electromagnetic waves are used for communication in space?

radio waves


Why can't a pencil be used in outer space?

The led in outer-space will break apart.. In the air and just fall.. But I don't think someone is gonna do an assignment in space anyway.


What is an example of what each electromagnetic spectrum does?

There's only one electromagnetic spectrum. A few of the different ranges ofwavelengths in it are . . .-- Extreme Low Frquency . . . used for navigation, and for submarine communication-- Radio . . . used for broadcasting information, education, and entertainment,and for two-way communication like on cell-phones and police walkie-talkies-- Infrared . . . carries heat from the sun to warm the Earth, from a fireplaceto warm your face, and from the toaster coils to burn your bread-- Visible light . . . we use this part of the spectrum to see things with our eyes,and to take pictures with our cameras-- Ultraviolet . . . used to kill germs and sterilize things; tans our skin;too much of it shining on you is dangerous-- X-rays . . . used to make photos of your bones and the insides of your teeth;too much of it shining on you is dangerous-- Gamma rays . . . by receiving these, scientists can discover things about what goes onin outer space;we have no way to generate them; they're dangerous to living things;the air on Earth protects us from gamma rays coming from space


Why did people invent spaceship?

the spaceship was used to explore outer space

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How do telescopes and the electromagnetic spectrum work together to help us explore space?

Telescopes are used to observe and magnify images in outer space. The electromagnetic spectrum consists of many wavelengths, which constitute visible light, infrared, microwave, and X-ray radiation. Telescopes can be manufactured to view these certain types of radiation.


Spectrum that is used to describe differences in radiation?

The electromagnetic spectrum


Why is the electromagnetic spectrum such as radio waves used to study space?

Most stars and many other objects in space emit radio and microwave radiation. Even the big bag emitted electromagnetic radiation.


What is energy traveling as EM waves used to gather images of outer space called?

The energy is called electromagnetic energy. It is the energy carried by electromagnetic waves. In principle, any frequency of EM waves can be used to gather information about objects in outer space.


What part of the electromagnetic spectrum is used in communication?

radiation


Which portion of the electromagnetic spectrum is used to identify fluorescent minerals?

The UV portion of the spectrum


What is the electromagnetic spectrum used for.?

it is used to see visible light in the atmoshere


Which type of waves from the electromagnetic spectrum are used in heat lamps and heating sensing devices?

Infrared waves from the electromagnetic spectrum are used in heat lamps and heat sensing devices.


Which type of wave from the electromagnetic spectrum are used in heat lamps and heat sensing devices?

Infrared waves from the electromagnetic spectrum are used in heat lamps and heat sensing devices.


The section of the electromagnetic spectrum used for photosynthesis is?

visible light


Which band of the electromagnetic spectrum is used in night sights?

Gheresi


What instrument is used to monitor weather conditions from the outer space?

Many instruments can be used The visible light spectrum cameras Infrared cameras Spectrometers Radar