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Telescope domes at the Kitt Peak Observatory
Kitt Peak Observatory. Some of the telescope domes at the Kitt Peak Observatory in Arizona, USA. The large dome holds the Mayall 4-metre telescope. The four smaller domes on the hillside below it contain (from left to right): the 0.5-metre telescope; the 2.3-metre telescope; the 0.9-metre Spacewatch telescope; and the MIT/ETC telescope. The Mayall 4-metre is the largest optical telescope at Kitt Peak. The summit of Kitt Peak is 2062 metres above sea level. Observatories are built at high altitudes to prevent distortion to incoming light from atmospheric interference. The site was chosen for an observatory in 1958, and in 1998 it has 14 research telescopes in operation
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This print showcases the impressive telescope domes at the renowned Kitt Peak Observatory in Arizona, USA. Standing tall on the summit of Kitt Peak, these domes house a collection of cutting-edge telescopes that have revolutionized our understanding of the cosmos. The focal point is undoubtedly the colossal Mayall 4-metre telescope, housed within the largest dome. This behemoth optical instrument has played a pivotal role in countless astronomical discoveries and continues to push boundaries in astrophysics research. Below it, nestled on the hillside are four smaller domes each with their own unique purpose. From left to right, we have the 0.5-metre telescope, followed by the 2.3-metre telescope - both instrumental in capturing celestial wonders with remarkable precision. The third dome houses the 0.9-meter Spacewatch telescope which tirelessly scans for near-Earth objects, safeguarding our planet from potential threats lurking among the stars. Lastly, there's MIT/ETC telescope contributing to groundbreaking scientific investigations. Perched at an elevation of 2062 meters above sea level, Kitt Peak was carefully chosen as an observatory site back in 1958 due to its high altitude and minimal atmospheric interference that could distort incoming light. With a total of fourteen operational research telescopes as of 1998, Kitt Peak Observatory remains a beacon for astronomers worldwide who seek to unravel nature's most profound mysteries through its state-of-the-art facilities and unrivaled vantage point into space.
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