coronagraph
noun
an instrument for observing and photographing the sun's corona, consisting of a telescope fitted with lenses, filters, and diaphragms that simulate an eclipse.
coronagraphic
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a word derived from
coronagraph.
Example Sentences
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The result shows that astronomers can locate worlds by identifying the molecular fingerprints of their atmospheres instead of depending entirely on traditional coronagraphic imaging.
From Science Daily β Jul. 23, 2026
Hot dust interferes with this process by creating what researchers call "coronagraphic leakage" -- scattered light that can hide the signals of potentially habitable worlds.
From Science Daily β Dec. 17, 2025
