Duttada's Journey in Astronomy

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How did Indrani Debi feel about Duttada's relationship with his telescope?

Indrani Debi felt that the telescope, referred to as 'Dibya,' had ensnared her husband and was like a 'designing woman.'

What were Duttada's reasons for being optimistic about discovering a new comet?

Duttada believed that professional astronomers focused on faint stars and nebulous galaxies, potentially missing an unexpected comet.

What did Indrani Debi do when she found Duttada and Dibya together?

Indrani Debi picked up a sweater and went to the roof to break up Duttada's time with Dibya.

How did Duttada acquire the means to buy a telescope?

<p>Duttada acquired enough money and time to buy a telescope after he retired.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the telescope represent to Indrani Debi?

<p>To Indrani Debi, the telescope represents an object of distraction and a rival for her husband's attention.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did Indrani Debi consider it important for Duttada to wear a sweater?

<p>Indrani Debi thought it was important for Duttada to wear a sweater to protect his health against the cold.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the characteristics of comets mentioned in the text?

<p>Comets have highly eccentric orbits around the Sun and display a long tail when close to it, illuminated by sunlight.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Comet

A celestial body that orbits the Sun in a highly elliptical path, often displaying a bright tail when near the Sun.

Orbit

The path a celestial body takes around another celestial body.

Perihelion

The point where a celestial body, like a comet, is closest to the Sun.

Aphelion

The point where a celestial body, like a comet, is furthest from the Sun.

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Planet

A celestial body that does not emit its own light but reflects light from a star.

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Galaxy

A large collection of stars, gas, and dust held together by gravity.

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Insignificant

An object in space, like a comet or planet, that is relatively small and not visible to the naked eye.

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Gigantic Telescope

A telescope that is used by professional astronomers for observing faint objects in space.

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Study Notes

Indrani Debi and Duttada's Night

  • Indrani Debi, awakened by a breeze, finds her husband Duttada with Dibya on the roof.
  • She's annoyed that Duttada is neglecting practical matters like warmth and following his doctor's advice.
  • She jokingly calls the telescope "Dibya" because of its association with Dibya, believing his interest is a distraction.

Duttada's Passion for Astronomy

  • Duttada's telescope, named "Dibya Chakshu," represents a life-long ambition as an amateur astronomer.
  • He retired with sufficient funds and time for astronomical observations.
  • He meticulously observes the night sky and is hoping to discover a new comet.
  • Amateurs sometimes discover comets professional astronomers miss because of pre-determined observation targets.

Duttada's Discovery

  • Duttada, using his telescope, spots a new comet.
  • He meticulously verifies his observation.
  • Two days later, the newspaper, Ananda Bazar Patrika, reports Duttada's discovery of a new comet.

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