University of Tokyo Inaugurates World’s Highest Observatory in Chile

University of Tokyo Inaugurates World’s Highest Observatory in Chile

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Category : Science and Tech Published on: May 27 2024

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  • The University of Tokyo has inaugurated the Atacama Observatory (TAO), which has been awarded a Guinness World Record for being the highest observatory in the world.
  • TAO is situated at 5,640 meters above sea level on the summit of Cerro Chajnantor in the Antofagasta Region of Chile.
  • TAO features a 6.5-meter optical-infrared telescope aimed at exploring the fundamental nature of the cosmos and expanding our knowledge of the universe.
  • The observatory's location was chosen for its exceptional atmospheric conditions, with minimal water vapor, providing an ideal vantage point for observing mid-infrared wavelengths.
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