10 Questions
Which type of telescope uses a mirror to gather light?
Reflecting
What is the primary purpose of a telescope?
To gather more light
Which type of telescope is used for visible light?
Optical
Who introduced a telescope model in 1609?
Galileo
Which type of telescope uses both a lens and a mirror?
Catadioptric
Which celestial object is the most prominent in the sky, second only to the Sun?
The Moon
What is the relationship between the Moon and Earth?
The Moon is a satellite of Earth
What causes ocean tides on Earth?
The gravitational attraction of the Moon
What are the different phases of the Moon?
Full, Crescent, Quarter, Gibbous, New Moon
What is the force of gravity given by according to Newton's Law of Gravity?
F = Gm1m2 / r^2
Test your knowledge about telescopes and their various types! Learn about the functions of optical and radio telescopes, as well as the importance of gathering more light and capturing different wavelengths.
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