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PHOTOS: World’s largest telescope mirrors bloom in a giant flower pattern

Oct. 17, 2024
Sujita Sinha
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The Giant Magellan Telescope is now 40% under construction across 36 states and on track to be operational in Chile by the early 2030s.

The Giant Magellan Telescope is now 40% under construction across 36 states and on track to be operational in Chile by the early 2030s.

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