ALMA (Atacama Large Millimeter Array)

ALMA (Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array) is a powerful telescope located high in the Chilean desert that consists of 66 interconnected antennas. It observes the universe in millimeter and submillimeter wavelengths, allowing scientists to study cold objects like gas clouds, dust, and early stars that are invisible to optical telescopes. By combining signals from all antennas, ALMA creates highly detailed images, helping to understand how stars and planets form, the composition of distant galaxies, and the origins of the universe itself. Its remote high-altitude location reduces atmospheric interference, enhancing the clarity of its observations.