Telescopes are optical instruments used to observe distant objects in space by collecting and focusing light.
Imagine telescopes as powerful binoculars for stargazing. They allow us to see faraway objects in space with much greater detail than our naked eyes can perceive.
Refracting Telescope: A type of telescope that uses lenses to gather and focus light.
Reflecting Telescope: A type of telescope that uses mirrors to gather and focus light.
Radio Telescope: A type of telescope that detects radio waves emitted by celestial objects.
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