Astronomy Picture of the Day · May 9, 2016

Webb Telescope Mirror Rises after Assembly

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 9, 2016 is “Webb Telescope Mirror Rises after Assembly,” a video. It is credited to Image Credit: NASA ‘s GSFC , Francis Reddy , Syneren Technologies. The original explanation runs about 178 words.

From the explanation

“Move over Hubble — here comes the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST). JWST promises to be the new most powerful telescope in space.”

— APOD editors, May 9, 2016

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: May 9, 2016
Type: Video
Credit: Credit: Image Credit: NASA ‘s GSFC , Francis Reddy , Syneren Technologies
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Explanation length: About 178 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, May 9, 2016 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2016-may-9-webb-telescope-mirror-rises-after-assembly

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