Voyager 1 and 2 Space Probes Quiz
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Explain the objectives and capabilities of the Voyager 1 and 2 probes launched by NASA in the 1970s.

The main objective of the Voyager 1 and 2 probes was to study the planetary systems of Jupiter and Saturn. Their capabilities included instruments to study magnetic fields, cosmic rays, plasma waves, and cameras for capturing images.

Describe the notable achievements of the Hubble Space Telescope (HST).

The Hubble Space Telescope has made notable achievements in measurements of the Hubble constant, gravitational lensing, and capturing deep field images.

What are the capabilities of the Magellan telescopes in Chile?

The Magellan telescopes in Chile have capabilities in spectrographs and imaging in the optical and near-infrared range.

What is the current distance of Voyager 1 from Earth?

<p>Voyager 1 is currently 160 astronomical units (AU) away from Earth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the heliopause, and when did Voyager 1 and 2 leave it?

<p>The heliopause is the outer boundary of the heliosphere, where the solar wind is slowed by the pressure of the interstellar medium. Voyager 1 and 2 left the heliopause in 2021.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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