GK
THE UNIVERSE
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The Hubble bridge
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The Hubble satellite
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The Hubble space orbiter
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The Hubble space telescope
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Detailed explanation-1: -The Hubble Space Telescope has given humanity an aperture to the universe for more than three decades. Its discoveries have fundamentally enhanced our understanding of the cosmos. This legacy reflects the work of the telescope’s namesake, renowned 20th century astronomer Edwin Powell Hubble.
Detailed explanation-2: -Here are some of its major contributions to science: Helped pin down the age for the universe now known to be 13.8 billion years, roughly three times the age of Earth. Discovered two moons of Pluto, Nix and Hydra. Helped determine the rate at which the universe is expanding.
Detailed explanation-3: -However, in 1924, American astronomer Edwin Hubble used the 100-inch Hooker Telescope (see image below) on Mount Wilson near Los Angeles, California, to observe billions of other galaxies besides our own Milky Way, almost all moving away from each other.