Q. With reference to the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), consider the following statements:
1.JWST is primarily designed for infrared observations to study the early universe and exoplanets.
2.It is a collaborative mission between NASA, the European Space Agency (ESA), and the Russian Federal Space Agency (Roscosmos).
3.JWST is considered the successor to the Hubble Space Telescope.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 1 and 3 only

[C] 2 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation:

  • Statement 1 is correct. The JWST is optimized for infrared observations, allowing it to look deeper into space and further back in time than the Hubble, particularly useful for studying exoplanets, the formation of stars, and the early universe.
  • Statement 2 is incorrect. The JWST is a collaborative effort between NASA, ESA (European Space Agency), and CSA (Canadian Space Agency)—not Roscosmos (Russian space agency).
  • Statement 3 is correct. JWST is often referred to as the successor to the Hubble Space Telescope, advancing its legacy with a focus on infrared astronomy.

Source– TH

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