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Why do larger telescopes provide better observational quality?.
- A.They can observe more wavelengths of light.
- B.They have a higher angular magnification.
- C.They collect more light, resulting in brighter images.
- D.They are easier to align with celestial objects.
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- They collect more light, resulting in brighter images.
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Larger telescopes have a greater collecting area, which allows them to gather more light from astronomical objects, leading to brighter and more detailed images.
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