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Chapter 4.1
Telescopes & EM Spectrum
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8th Grade
11/05/2010

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telescope
Definition
a device that makes distant objects appear to be closer
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electromagnetic spectrum
Definition
energy that travels through space in the form of waves
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visible light
Definition
electromagnetic radiation that can be seen with the unaided eye
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wavelength
Definition
the distance between the crest of one wave and the crest of the next wave
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spectrum
Definition
the range of wavelenths of electromagnetic waves
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optical telescope
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a telescope that uses lenses or mirrors to collect and focus visible light
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refracting telescope
Definition
a telescope that uses convex lenses to collect and focus light
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convex lens
Definition
a piece of transparent glass curved so that the middle is thicker than the edges
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