James Webb Telescope

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) is a large, space-based observatory designed to observe the universe in infrared wavelengths. Launched on December 25, 2021, it is an international collaboration between NASA, the European Space Agency (ESA), and the Canadian Space Agency (CSA). The telescope aims to enhance our understanding of astronomical phenomena, including the formation of stars and galaxies, the evolution of planetary systems, and the conditions for life beyond Earth. JWST features a large primary mirror, measuring 6.5 meters in diameter, which allows it to capture faint light from distant cosmic objects. Its advanced instrumentation and location at the second Lagrange point (L2) enable it to conduct observations without the interference of Earth's atmosphere, providing clearer and more detailed images than previous telescopes. The James Webb Space Telescope is considered a successor to the Hubble Space Telescope and is expected to revolutionize our knowledge of the universe.