Astronomical Instruments Quiz

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1. What is the primary purpose of a telescope?

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Astronomical Instruments Quizzes & Trivia

Test your knowledge of astronomical instruments. Learn how tools like telescopes help us study the stars and planets.

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2. Which of the following is a space-based telescope?

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3. Which instrument is primarily used for radio astronomy?

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4. What is the main advantage of using a telescope in space?

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5. What is the function of a spectroscope?

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6. Which type of telescope uses lenses to focus light?

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7. What type of telescope uses mirrors to gather light?

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8. What instrument is used to measure the brightness of stars?

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What is the primary purpose of a telescope?
Which of the following is a space-based telescope?
Which instrument is primarily used for radio astronomy?
What is the main advantage of using a telescope in space?
What is the function of a spectroscope?
Which type of telescope uses lenses to focus light?
What type of telescope uses mirrors to gather light?
What instrument is used to measure the brightness of stars?
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