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Why are infrared telescopes useful for exploring the structure of the galaxy? why is it important to make observations at both near-infrared and far-infrared wavelengths?

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Infrared telescopes are used to explore the structure of galaxies because it has the ability to use infrared light in detecting celestial bodies present in a galaxy. It makes use of the electromagnetic radiation emitted by these bodies that are detected and resolved by the instrument. 
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