Properties (55)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
telescope
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| gptkbp:built |
wood and metal
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| gptkbp:competesWith |
refracting telescopes
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| gptkbp:designedBy |
gptkb:Isaac_Newton
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| gptkbp:exhibits |
reflecting optics
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| gptkbp:features |
eyepiece
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| gptkbp:firstHeld |
astronomy
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| gptkbp:has |
focal length
a simple design a compact structure a primary mirror a secondary mirror a significant impact on observational astronomy a unique optical arrangement |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Newton's telescope
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| gptkbp:improves |
image quality
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| gptkbp:influencedBy |
gptkb:Galileo's_telescope
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| gptkbp:inspiration |
modern telescopes
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| gptkbp:is |
historically significant
a significant educational resource often replicated a historical artifact a significant contribution to science a subject of historical study a subject of many studies a symbol of scientific progress a classic example of scientific ingenuity a favorite among amateur astronomers a key development in telescope technology a model for educational purposes a notable invention of the 17th century a part of the history of astronomy a precursor to larger telescopes a prototype for future designs a reflection of the scientific revolution a representation of 17th-century innovation a significant achievement in optics a significant tool for astronomers a subject of engineering interest a tool for amateur astronomers a tool for studying the night sky an example of early scientific instrumentation used for celestial observations a_demonstration_of_Newton's_theories a_part_of_Newton's_legacy a_reflection_of_Newton's_contributions_to_science a_reflection_of_Newton's_scientific_principles |
| gptkbp:notableFor |
design innovation
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| gptkbp:reduces |
chromatic aberration
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| gptkbp:type |
reflecting telescope
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| gptkbp:uses |
concave mirror
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| gptkbp:was |
a breakthrough in optics
first successful reflecting telescope built_in_England |
| gptkbp:yearEstablished |
1668
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