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When would astronomers prefer to use X-ray telescopes over radio telescopes?.
- A.When studying high-energy events like supernovae.
- B.When observing the cosmic microwave background.
- C.When mapping the structure of galaxies.
- D.When detecting the presence of exoplanets.
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- When studying high-energy events like supernovae.
Explanation
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X-ray telescopes and radio telescopes are suited for different observational purposes. X-ray telescopes are preferred when studying high-energy events, such as supernovae or black holes, because they can detect the high-energy radiation emitted during these phenomena.
Conversely, radio telescopes are used for observing cooler objects and phenomena that emit radio waves. Thus, the choice of telescope depends on the specific astronomical event being studied.
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