Why would the Moon make a good site for an observatory?

The moon has most of the advantages of any observatory in space. The low lunar gravity and the absence of wind make possible telescope mirrors and support structures lighter than those constructed on the earth.

Is there an observatory on the Moon?

The International Lunar Observatory (ILO-1) is a private scientific and commercial lunar mission to place a small observatory on the South Pole of the Moon to conduct astrophysical studies using an optical telescope.

Why are there no telescopes on the Moon?

The atmosphere reflects low-frequency wavelengths of light greater than 32.8 feet (10 meters), essentially blocking them from reaching ground-based telescopes.

What are some advantages and disadvantages of having a telescope in space?

In space, however, telescopes are able to geta clearer shot of everything from exploding stars to other galaxies. Another disadvantage for ground-basedtelescopes is that the Earth’s atmosphere absorbs much of the infrared andultraviolet light that passes through it. Space telescopes can detect thesewaves.

What are the advantages of making a telescope mirror thin?

The advantage of a thin telescope mirror is that the mirror itself blocks some of the incoming light that the telescope is intended to collect, reducing image quality. The thicker the mirror the more light is filtered.

What is the biggest advantage to having a telescope in space?

The main reason we put telescopes into space is to get around the Earth’s atmosphere so that we can get a clearer view of the planets, stars, and galaxies that we are studying. Our atmosphere acts like a protective blanket letting only some light through while blocking others. Most of the time this is a good thing.

What are the main advantages of using a telescope?

Advantages and Disadvantages of an Astronomical Telescope

• It creates large magnification,
• Superior resolving power per inch of aperture,
• Its field of view is wide,
• Superior performance in inferior conditions – image steadier,
• The image is free from aberration, not reflections or interruption of the light path,