James Webb Telescope

The James Webb Telescope, officially known as the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), is a large space-based observatory designed to observe the universe in infrared wavelengths. It is a collaboration between NASA, the European Space Agency (ESA), and the Canadian Space Agency (CSA). Launched on December 25, 2021, JWST aims to study a wide range of astronomical phenomena, including the formation of stars and planets, the evolution of galaxies, and the atmospheric composition of exoplanets. With its advanced instruments and large mirror (6.5 meters in diameter), it is capable of capturing detailed images and spectra from distant celestial objects, significantly enhancing our understanding of the universe’s history and structure. JWST is often considered the successor to the Hubble Space Telescope, with improved capabilities for deep space observation, particularly in the infrared spectrum, allowing it to see through cosmic dust and detect objects that are cooler and fainter than those observable in visible light.