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Why are x-ray telescopes all in space, rather than on the Earth?

Astronomy

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ISBN:9781938168284

Author:Andrew Fraknoi; David Morrison; Sidney C. Wolff

Publisher:Andrew Fraknoi; David Morrison; Sidney C. Wolff

Chapter6: Astronomical Instruments

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 4E: When astronomers discuss the apertures of their telescopes, they say bigger is better. Explain why.

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