The Main Reason for Building Larger Optical Telescopes on Earth's

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Multiple Choice

The main reason for building larger optical telescopes on Earth's surface is to

• A) bring astronomical objects closer for more detailed examination by scientists.
• B) collect more light from faint objects.
• C) enhance national prestige, with no scientific reason.
• D) nullify the effects of Earth's atmosphere and thus produce higher resolution photographs.

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