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Explain why different wavelengths need different telescope designs.
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Telescopes
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Radio, infrared, ultraviolet and X-ray telescopes
Aqa A Level PhysicsAstrophysics
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Explain why different wavelengths need different telescope designs
- This point belongs to Telescopes, especially Radio, infrared, ultraviolet and X-ray telescopes.
- You need to be able to explain why different wavelengths need different telescope designs.
- The key ideas to know are designs, different, and wavelengths.
- Use the linked flashcards and practice questions to check recall, then practise applying the idea in an exam-style answer.
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