Searching for cosmic objects

Searching for cosmic objects

Light from a distant galaxy

What type of electromagnetic radiation is emitted by cosmic objects? What types of telescopes are used to ‘see’ these objects?

Referring to your electromagnetic radiation diagram from Task 1 and Task 2, record a short podcast or create a presentation on the following:

  • any pros and cons for each type of telescope

  • the types of cosmic objects best viewed by the different types of telescopes. Include black holes, neutron stars, stars like our sun and cool interstellar gas.

Need some help? Take a look at the Kinds of info from EMR interview with Professor Bryan Gaensler.