Hubblecast 19 Special: Bigger is better
In their quest for ever-fainter objects and finer detail, astronomers have always demanded bigger telescopes. Scientific vision, technical nerve and personal perseverance led to the giant observatories of the early 20th century. Located on remote peaks and protected beneath majestic domes, these awe-inspiring instruments have revealed an expanding and evolving Universe, populated by a stunning variety of galaxies and nuclear powered stars that produced the elements in our bodies. A few decades ago the five metre Hale Telescope on Palomar Mountain seemed to be the ultimate telescope. But was it?
| Hubblecast 19 Special: Bigger is better | |
| From: Space Programs | Running time: 10 min |
| File size: 71.89 MB | Published on: Mar 20, 2009 CET |
Progress in telescopic astronomy would have come to a grinding halt...
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Hubblecast 19 Special: Bigger is better
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