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Dec 2021
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40 - How Will JWST Change Astronomy?

DAN HOOPER, SHALMA WEGSMAN
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Today we dive into the world's shiny new space telescope - JWST. Learn why are physicists and astronomers are so excited about it, and what new secrets of the universe it might reveal. Keep your eye out for its launch later this week!

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