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Compton Gamma-Ray Observatory: see gamma-ray astronomy gamma-ray astronomy, study of astronomical objects by analysis of the most energetic electromagnetic radiation they emit. Gamma rays are shorter in wavelength and hence more energetic than X rays (see gamma radiation ) but much harder to detect and to pinpoint. ..... Click the link for more information. . How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Other missions included the Hubble Space Telescope, Compton Gamma-Ray Observatory and the Chandra X-Ray Observatory. |
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Compton Gamma-Ray Observatory
