Illustration of a radio telescope in the night

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Illustration of a radio telescope in the night

Radio telescope. Illustration of a radio telescope at night with its dish pointed towards the stars. The telescopes dish reflects incoming radio waves and concentrates them at a single point. A receiver (the black disk) at this position collects the signals and passes them to instruments for analysis. Radio telescopes need a large dish in order to focus the radio waves which have a wavelength of between 1 millimetre and more than 1 kilometre. Radio astronomy is useful because radio waves, unlike light, are not absorbed by the clouds of gas and dust which lie between stars. Astronomical radio sources include quasars, background radiation and galactic cores

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Astrophysics Observatory Radio Telescope

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This print showcases an awe-inspiring illustration of a radio telescope in the night sky. With its dish majestically pointed towards the stars, this powerful instrument reflects incoming radio waves and concentrates them at a single focal point. The receiver, depicted as a black disk, diligently collects these signals and passes them to sophisticated instruments for meticulous analysis. Radio telescopes require substantial dishes to effectively focus radio waves that span from 1 millimeter to over 1 kilometer in wavelength. This unique feature enables astronomers to delve into realms beyond what light can reveal, as radio waves are not absorbed by interstellar clouds of gas and dust. The field of radio astronomy holds immense value due to its ability to uncover celestial phenomena that would otherwise remain hidden. Among the countless astronomical sources observed through these remarkable instruments are quasars - enigmatic cosmic objects emitting vast amounts of energy - background radiation originating from the early universe, and galactic cores brimming with activity. This stunning artwork serves as a testament to humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge about our vast cosmos. It encapsulates the harmonious blend between artistry and astrophysics while paying homage to Science Photo Library's commitment in capturing extraordinary moments within our scientific exploration.

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