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Why are some telescopes placed above the atmosphere?.
- A.To avoid light pollution
- B.To reduce atmospheric distortion
- C.To increase the size of the telescope
- D.To enhance the collection of visible light
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- To reduce atmospheric distortion
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Telescopes placed above the atmosphere can avoid the distortion caused by atmospheric turbulence, allowing for clearer and more accurate observations of celestial objects.
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