Q&A: Chandra Mission

Q:
I want to know about:
1. The key features of the Chandra X-ray Observatory?
2. Functions of the instruments on the Chandra X-ray Observatory?
3. Discoveries made or information gathered by the astronomers using the Chandra X-ray Observatory?

A:
The most comprehensive and up-to-date information about the Chandra mission is available through the Chandra web site (and linked sites) which you have accessed at chandra.harvard.edu. Check the "About the Chandra" section at http://chandra.harvard.edu/about/index.html for information on the observatory, including key features & instrument functions. The photo album has the most recent science images & discoveries at http://chandra.harvard.edu/photo/index.html