Xinjiang might build world-class observatory

时间：2007-02-13 02:46:10

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Chinanews, Urumqi, February 12 - (Written by Wang Jinsheng) Urumqi Observatory1 confirmed on February 11 that a new world-class observatory might be built at Kalasu Astronomical2 Observation Point in Taxkorgan County, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous3 Region.

 

Taxkorgan is located on the Pamirs Plateau, about 4,000 m above sea level, a remote paradise for astronomical observation, where it is free from the light pollution of cities.

 

“Investigation on the siting of the observatory was started 3 years ago, and Tibet, Qinghai and Yunnan have been selected as candidates, too, ” said Dr. Wang Na, the director of Urumqi Observatory.

 

“It will be the highest located astronomical observatory if Kalasu is finally selected, ”said Wang. Urumqi Observatory is responsible for checking the statistics of the candidates, and it has sent 3 researchers to take part in the project.

 
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1 observatory hRgzP     
n.天文台，气象台，瞭望台，观测台
参考例句：
  • Guy's house was close to the observatory.盖伊的房子离天文台很近。
  • Officials from Greenwich Observatory have the clock checked twice a day.格林威治天文台的职员们每天对大钟检查两次。
2 astronomical keTyO     
adj.天文学的，（数字）极大的
参考例句：
  • He was an expert on ancient Chinese astronomical literature.他是研究中国古代天文学文献的专家。
  • Houses in the village are selling for astronomical prices.乡村的房价正在飙升。
3 autonomous DPyyv     
adj.自治的；独立的
参考例句：
  • They proudly declared themselves part of a new autonomous province.他们自豪地宣布成为新自治省的一部分。
  • This is a matter that comes within the jurisdiction of the autonomous region.这件事是属于自治区权限以内的事务。

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