Chandra 101: Overview for Teachers and Students

Chandra 101 provides basic information about topics pertaining to the Chandra X-Ray Observatory. Many sections contain links to more detailed information for those who wish to read further.

Contents

• A Look at X-Rays
  • What are x-rays?
  • Why do we need X-ray telescopes?
  • How do X-ray telescopes differ from optical telescopes?
  • Why can't we have earthbound X-ray observatories?

• A Look at Chandra
  • What makes Chandra unique?
  • What are the parts that make up Chandra?
  • What's a specific instance where Chandra will be useful?