Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA)
The Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) is a large astronomical observatory located in the Atacama Desert of northern Chile. It consists of 66 high-precision antennas that work together to observe celestial objects in millimeter and submillimeter wavelengths. This allows scientists to study various phenomena, such as star formation, the composition of distant galaxies, and the early universe.
ALMA is a collaboration between several organizations, including the European Southern Observatory (ESO), the National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO), and the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan (NAOJ). Its unique location at high altitude provides clear skies and minimal atmospheric interference, making it one of the most powerful telescopes for studying the cold universe.