Telescopes
Definition
Telescopes are optical instruments used to observe distant objects in space by collecting and magnifying light. They allow us to see celestial bodies that are too far away or too faint to be seen with the naked eye.
Analogy
Imagine telescopes as giant eyes that can see much farther than our own eyes. Just like how we use binoculars to bring distant objects closer, telescopes bring the wonders of the universe closer to us.
Related terms
Refracting Telescope: A type of telescope that uses lenses to gather and focus light.
Reflecting Telescope: A type of telescope that uses mirrors instead of lenses to gather and focus light.
Hubble Space Telescope: A famous space-based telescope that has provided stunning images and valuable scientific data about our universe.
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