When the James Webb Space Telescope Is Finally Launched, What

question 31

Multiple Choice

When the James Webb Space Telescope is finally launched, what will be its distinguishing characteristic (what about it will really help astronomers) ?

• A) it will observe gamma-rays from the most energetic events in the universe
• B) it will be the same size and design as the Hubble Space Telescope, which is wearing out
• C) it will have the largest mirror ever put into space for observing faint objects
• D) it will allow us to take pictures with the same resolution as a radio dish
• E) it will be in low Earth orbit, and thus easy for astronauts to repair

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