spectroscopes

A spectroscope is an instrument used to analyze light. It separates light into its different colors, or wavelengths, much like a prism. When light from a source (like a star or a lamp) passes through the spectroscope, it creates a spectrum that reveals valuable information about the source. By examining this spectrum, scientists can determine the composition, temperature, and movement of stars and other objects in space, or identify the materials in a sample. Spectroscopes are widely used in fields like astronomy, chemistry, and environmental science for understanding various substances and phenomena.