New Window on the Universe.

Reynolds, Ronald F.

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ERIC Number: EJ307435

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Publication Date: 1984

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New Window on the Universe.

Reynolds, Ronald F.

Science Teacher, v51 n7 p45,48 Oct 1984

Describes the basic components of a space telescope that will be launched during a 1986 space shuttle mission. These components include a wide field/planetary camera, faint object spectroscope, high-resolution spectrograph, high-speed photometer, faint object camera, and fine guidance sensors. Data to be collected from these instruments are examined. (JN)

Descriptors: Astronomy, Measurement Equipment, Science Education, Science Equipment, Scientific Research, Secondary Education, Secondary School Science, Space Exploration, Space Sciences

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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