How will NASAs Roman Space Telescope see exoplanets?
News Source : Scientific American
News Summary
- It’s actually similar to the Hubble Space Telescope, with the same size mirror ( a key consideration for just how powerful a telescope can be.
- Roman carries another camera, too: the Coronagraphic Instrument (or CGI), which will produce potentially even more intriguing data.
- Its purpose is to directly observe planets orbiting bright, nearby stars.
When youre looking for exoplanets, stars are irritating. Now, I have nothing against stars! I live near one and have deep appreciation for the light it provides.
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