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What is a synonym for astronomical observatories?

One synonym for astronomical observatories is "space observatories."


Is NASA a observatory?

No, NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) is a government agency responsible for the civilian space program and aerospace research. NASA operates observatories like the Hubble Space Telescope, but as a whole, it is not exclusively an observatory.


What are observatories?

An observatory is a location used for observing terrestrial and/or celestial events. Astronomy, climatology/meteorology, geology, oceanography and volcanology are examples of disciplines for which observatories have been constructed. The term is usually applied to astronomical observatories that have one or more large telescopes. Optical telescopes have been built at higher altitudes to avoid atmospheric interference. The Hubble Space Telescope is an orbital observatory launched in 1990.


What are the famous 3 observatories?

Three famous observatories are the Mauna Kea Observatories in Hawaii, known for their high-altitude telescopes that provide clear views of the night sky; the Arecibo Observatory in Puerto Rico, famous for its large radio telescope that was used for astronomical research until its collapse in 2020; and the Hubble Space Telescope, which orbits Earth and has provided stunning images and valuable data about distant galaxies and cosmic phenomena. Each has made significant contributions to our understanding of the universe.


What tools and technologies are used to explore the space?

Tools and technologies used to explore space include telescopes, satellites, rovers, manned spacecraft, space probes, and ground-based observatories. These tools help gather data about planets, stars, galaxies, and other celestial objects, advancing our understanding of the universe.

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What is a synonym for astronomical observatories?

One synonym for astronomical observatories is "space observatories."


What are the release dates for Modern Marvels - 1994 Observatories Stonehenge to the Space Telescopes 3-3?

Modern Marvels - 1994 Observatories Stonehenge to the Space Telescopes 3-3 was released on: USA: 8 June 1997


What building do astronomers work in?

Astronomers typically work in observatories, research institutes, universities, or space agencies. These facilities are equipped with telescopes, laboratories, and data analysis tools to conduct research and study celestial objects in the universe.


Is NASA a observatory?

No, NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) is a government agency responsible for the civilian space program and aerospace research. NASA operates observatories like the Hubble Space Telescope, but as a whole, it is not exclusively an observatory.


What satellite observatories is used to examine the collision of neutron stars?

Satellite observatories such as NASA's Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope and the European Space Agency's INTEGRAL have been used to study the collision of neutron stars. These observatories detect the gamma-ray bursts and electromagnetic radiation produced during such collisions, providing valuable insights into the events.


Why are observatories launched into space?

Earth's moving atmosphere bends and distorts the light from distant stars and galaxies. In space, observatories can see far more clearly. they can also pick up radiation (such as x-rays) that we can't detect on earth because it is absorbed by molecules in the atmosphere.


What are NASA's the best observatories?

There are four: Hubble Space Telescope, Compton Gamma Ray Observatory, Chandra X-ray Observatory, and the Spitzer Space Telescope.


What is a large array?

one of the world’s largest radio observatories


When did Helen hogg go to space?

She hasn't ever gone to space. She died in 1993.


Are there European observatories?

Yes, there are many observatories all around Europe.


Is atronomical observatories a noun?

I take that you are asking 'astronomical observatories'. 'Observatory' is a noun, observatories is the plural form. Astronomical is simple a modifier (adjective, in this case.)


Most optical telescopes used by professional astronomers are in?

Most optical telescopes used by professional astronomers are located on mountains or remote locations away from city lights to minimize light pollution and atmospheric disturbances. Some observatories, such as those in Chile and Hawaii, are known for having excellent observing conditions due to high altitudes and clear skies. Telescopes are also placed in space, like the Hubble Space Telescope, to avoid atmospheric interference.