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Space telescope's 'golden eye' opens, last major hurdle

Webb is so big that it had to be folded orgami-style to fit in the rocket that soared from South America two weeks ago. The riskiest operation occurred earlier in the week, when the tennis court-size sunshield unfurled, providing subzero shade for the mirror and infrared detectors.

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Jan 8, 2022, 7:45 PM

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