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Glossary · Physics & astrophysics

Ultraviolet

A wavelength shorter than visible light. Ultraviolet reveals hot stars, active galaxies and planetary atmospheres. Hubble has long been the reference UV telescope.

Definition

A wavelength shorter than visible light. Ultraviolet reveals hot stars, active galaxies and planetary atmospheres. Hubble has long been the reference UV telescope.

Related terms

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Space telescope

Associated missions

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