Why Was Adaptive Optics Developed

question 57

Multiple Choice

Why was adaptive optics developed?

• A) To prevent distortion of mirrors by the vacuum of space
• B) To prevent distortion by sagging in very thin,lightweight mirrors
• C) To compensate for spherical aberration
• D) To compensate for image distortion caused by Earth's atmosphere

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