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Infrared Telescope

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Observed universe in the infrared spectrum. Useful for studying objects obscured by gas and dust, regions of star formation, and the galactic center.

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Solar Telescope

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Specifically designed for monitoring the Sun. It often has special filters to protect the observer’s eyes from harmful solar radiation.

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Radio Telescope

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Detects radio emissions from the sky, typically has a dish-like appearance. Used to study celestial phenomena like pulsars and remote galaxies.

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Reflecting Telescope

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Employs a single or a combination of curved mirrors that reflect light to form an image. Generally used for all kinds of astronomical observations.

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Catadioptric Telescope

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Combines lenses and mirrors to form the image, featuring the benefits of both designs. They are widely used for both professional and amateur astronomy.

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X-Ray Telescope

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Captures images in the x-ray portion of the electromagnetic spectrum. Ideal for studying phenomena such as black holes and neutron stars.

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Space Telescope

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Located outside of Earth’s atmosphere to avoid atmospheric distortions. Used to capture the clearest images of the universe across various wavelengths.

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Gamma-Ray Telescope

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Designed to detect and collect data on gamma rays from extraterrestrial sources. Some can also help scientists search for dark matter.

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Submillimeter Telescope

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Specializes in detecting submillimeter wavelengths of light, between infrared light and radio waves. Used to study molecular clouds and distant galaxies in early stages of formation.

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Refracting Telescope

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Uses lenses to gather and focus light. Often has a long, narrow tube. Mainly used for viewing the planets and binary stars.

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