Physics – Page 23 – National Radio Astronomy Observatory

How Do Radio Telescopes Detect Elements and Molecules in Space?

Question: How does the ALMA use radio waves to detect what compounds/molecules/elements are in different parts of space? I…

Question: What is space? What is it that can expand, warp, etc. — Doug Answer: This is a very…

Question: How was astronomy used to create the Mayan Calendar? — Joe Answer: I think that the most comprehensive…

Question: If you were to project yourself instantly to the edge of the known universe, (knowing that the universe…

Question: To start, I know very little about what I am going to ask, so much of my question…

Question: How can you measure the mass of a black hole with radio waves? What is the mass of…

The National Radio Astronomy Observatory is a facility of the U.S. National Science Foundation operated under cooperative agreement by Associated Universities, Inc.
	Founded in 1956, the NRAO provides state-of-the-art radio telescope facilities for use by the international scientific community. NRAO telescopes are open to all astronomers regardless of institutional or national affiliation. Observing time on NRAO telescopes is available on a competitive basis to qualified scientists after evaluation of research proposals on the basis of scientific merit, the capability of the instruments to do the work, and the availability of the telescope during the requested time. NRAO also provides both formal and informal programs in education and public outreach for teachers, students, the general public, and the media.
	The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) is an independent federal agency created by Congress in 1950 "to promote the progress of science; to advance the national health, prosperity, and welfare; to secure the national defense..."
	AUI collaborates with the scientific community and research sponsors to plan, build, and operate cutting-edge facilities. We cultivate excellence, deliver value, enhance education, and engage the public.