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tools for observing the electromagnetic spectrum
each tool used to measure and detect waves from the electromagnetic spectrum detect a specific range of wavelengths. they do not detect wavelengths from outside of the range they are designed to detect. by using multiple tools to detect wavelengths from the electromagnetic spectrum astronomers can develop a better understanding of what objects are present in the universe.
the electromagnetic spectrum
different types of tools are used by astronomers to detect each type of electromagnetic wave. what would happen if astronomers focused on only one type of tool while observing outer space?
Each tool detects a specific wavelength range. Focusing on one tool would miss wavelengths outside its range, limiting understanding of the universe's objects.
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They would have a limited understanding of the objects present in outer - space as they would only detect the specific range of wavelengths that the single tool is designed for and miss out on other wavelengths and related information about the celestial objects.