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The term optical telescope refers to telescopes that are used to make observations in the visible light spectrum, that the human eye can see. This is in comparison to such things as X ray telescopes, radio telescopes, etc., which are designed to make observations in parts of the electromagnetic spectrum that are invisible to the human eye.
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∙ 10y agoAn optical telescope is a telescope that gathers and focuses light, mainly from the visible part of the electromagnetic spectrumcreate a magnified image for direct view, making a photograph, or collecting data through electronic image sensors.
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∙ 9y agoDistant stars and galaxies are too far away for us to reach. We cannot go to them to study them. So everything we know about distant stars and galaxies comes from analysing the radiation they produce.
Telescopes are devices used to observe the universe. There are many different types and some are even sited in space.
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∙ 14y agooptical astronomy astronomers use reflecting telescops and refracters telescopes to collect lite
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∙ 9y agoThe optical component in glasses and telescopes is the lens. The lenses are the ones that are used for viewing items using the telescope.
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∙ 13y agoOptical telescopes see only visible light, what you and I see. That's it. They observe things that give off or reflect light.
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What is a primary in astronomy?
This usually refers to the biggest lens or mirror in an optical telescope.
Subdivision of astronomy?
Lunar astronomy ( focused on the Moon) Planetary astronomy, the planets, Galactic- and so on on the basis of Celestial bodies under study and observation. There is also Radio Astronomy, a stepchild of Radar in a sense.
Who studies the planets and stars?
Either Astrophysics or Astrology/Astronomy.
What is the name for study of stars?
The proper name for the study of stars is astronomy. A person who studies stars is an astronomer.
What is a synonym of astronomy?
Synonyms of astronomy are: stargazing, starwatching, radio astronomy, astrophysics, and space science.
How did microscopes influence astronomy?
As microscopes they did not but they were the first form of optical magnification, so were to lead to the development of optical telescopes.
What is a primary in astronomy?
This usually refers to the biggest lens or mirror in an optical telescope.
What instrument was most helpful in the advancement of astronomy?
Historically, it was the optical telescope. Modern radio telescopes, and cameras mounted on satellites, have advanced astronomy even further.
What does 'optical' mean?
1. Of or relating to sight; visual: an optical defect.2. Designed to assist sight: optical instruments.3. Of or relating to optics.4. Relating to or using visible light: optical astronomy.5. Using light-sensitive devices.
Astronomy and the moon?
The moon is pretty much the only astromical object (except earth) a person can look at and see detail on without some optical aid.
What does the angle of parallax determine?
Accuracy of readings of e.g. meters and certain optical instruments. Parallax is also used in astronomy for calculating distances to(astronmically)far-away objects.
Subdivision of astronomy?
Lunar astronomy ( focused on the Moon) Planetary astronomy, the planets, Galactic- and so on on the basis of Celestial bodies under study and observation. There is also Radio Astronomy, a stepchild of Radar in a sense.
What is a astronom?
This is the German word for an astronomer. Astronomers investigate the solar system and the space by scientific means like optical and radio telescopes, spacecrafts and satellites in Earth's orbit. Today there are a lot of different fields in astronomy. Astronomy should never be confused with astrology, which deals with people's horoscope according to their birthdays and is considered of no real scientific value.
What has the author Gerald North written?
Gerald North has written: 'Astronomy in depth' -- subject(s): Astronomy 'Mastering Astronomy' 'Astronomy explained' -- subject(s): Astronomy 'Mastering astronomy'
Where is the Northern Observatory of NOAO located?
The National Optical Astronomy Observatory north office is in Chile. The base is called Cerro Tololo Inter-American Observatory (CTIO) and the facility office is in La Serena, Chile.
Where is the northern observatory noao located?
The National Optical Astronomy Observatory north office is in Chile. The base is called Cerro Tololo Inter-American Observatory (CTIO) and the facility office is in La Serena, Chile.
Who studies the planets and stars?
Either Astrophysics or Astrology/Astronomy.
