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Spectroscope
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an optical instrument used for analyzing the spectrum of light, separating it into its individual wavelengths to identify and study the components of the light source
Example
Astronomers use a spectroscope to analyze the light emitted by stars and galaxies, revealing information about their composition and temperature.
Chemists employ a spectroscope in laboratories to identify elements in a sample based on the unique patterns in their spectral lines.

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