This week in science

Webb Telescope reaches operating temperature and more: Understand the world through 7 images

by Robin Bea
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A crucial James Webb Space Telescope component reached its frigid operating temperature the week of April 6–13, as astronomers found the largest comet core ever and a laser beamed from deep space.

Here are the biggest science stories of the week, told in 7 stunning images.

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