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Glossary · Physics & astrophysics

Infrared

A wavelength longer than visible light, invisible to the naked eye. Infrared penetrates dust clouds, revealing forming stars and distant galaxies. James Webb primarily observes in infrared.

Definition

A wavelength longer than visible light, invisible to the naked eye. Infrared penetrates dust clouds, revealing forming stars and distant galaxies. James Webb primarily observes in infrared.

Related terms

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Space telescopeNebula

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