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Chandra X-ray Observatory

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A special tool flies in space.

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It looks at bright lights. It sees things we cannot see. This helps us learn about stars. It is a great helper. Do you like looking at the stars?

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Chandra X-ray Observatory image of the...
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Chandra X-ray space observatory Obs...
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Chandra telescope mirror assembled Hrma7 300.jpg
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Chandra X-ray space observatory - HRCfront-150.jpg
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Animation of Chandra X-ray Observatory orbit.gif
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