"Unveiling the True Colors of James Webb Space Telescope Images"

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"Unveiling the True Colors of James Webb Space Telescope Images"
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The James Webb Space Telescope captures stunning images of the universe in brilliant colors, but these colors are not necessarily what the human eye would see. The telescope operates in infrared wavelengths, and its images are processed using filters to create full-color composites. The colors are chosen to enhance scientific understanding and engagement, and to illustrate certain findings. A comparison of images from the James Webb Space Telescope and the Hubble Space Telescope shows differences in color and details, highlighting the unique capabilities of the infrared telescope.

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