Inside the World's Most Powerful Telescopes | BBC Earth Science

Telescopes, from optical instruments like Hubble and James Webb to large radio telescopes, are used to study distant galaxies, black holes and deep space. The video looks at the technology these instruments use to help scientists observe the universe. It is presented by BBC Earth Science and is part of the BBC Earth Lab series.

• Hubble and James Webb space telescopes
• Radio telescopes and how they detect signals
• Observing distant galaxies and black holes
• Technology used in modern astronomy

How do telescopes reveal the secrets of the universe? From Hubble and James Webb to powerful radio telescopes, discover the technology helping scientists explore distant galaxies, black holes and deep space. #BBCEarthScience #Telescopes #Astronomy #Space #Documentary Best of Earth Science: http://bit.ly/EarthLabOriginals Best of BBC Earth: http://bit.ly/TheBestOfBBCEarthVideos This is a channel from BBC Studios who help fund new BBC programmes. Service information and feedback: http://bbcworldwide.com/vod-feedback--contact-details.aspx