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What is the effect of telescope diameter on the ability to resolve fine details?.
- A.A larger diameter improves the ability to resolve fine details.
- B.A smaller diameter enhances the resolution of fine details.
- C.Diameter has no effect on resolving fine details.
- D.Only the type of optical system affects resolution.
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- A larger diameter improves the ability to resolve fine details.
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A larger telescope diameter reduces the diffraction limit, allowing for better resolution of fine details in astronomical observations.
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