What is observatory and how it works ?

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There are several different types of Astronomical observatories, the most common being optical and radio.

When most people think of observatories, they think of optical observatories with their giant mirrors.

Observatories also help us understand our own solar system better by examining the other planets, asteroids, and comets.

. Some automated observatories are used for example to look for unknown asteroids that could someday be a threat to Earth or potential resources.

Solar observatories keep an eye on our sun and help warn of solar flares and coronal mass ejections that can potentially damage satellites and disrupt communications and power grids.

observatories can serve both a substantial pure research and understanding purpose, as well as a more practical early warning and investigative purpose.