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Fermi Gamma Ray Space Telescope

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The Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope is a space observatory used to study gamma rays, the highest-energy form of light in the universe.

Key Features

  • Detects gamma rays from black holes, pulsars, and supernova remnants
  • Measures cosmic rays and studies dark matter
  • Has two main instruments: the Large Area Telescope and the Gamma-ray Burst Monitor

Pros

  • Provides valuable insights into high-energy astrophysics
  • Contributes to our understanding of the universe's most extreme phenomena
  • Helps identify sources of gamma-ray emissions

Cons

  • Limited in its ability to observe lower-energy wavelengths
  • Requires ongoing calibration and maintenance

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