Astronomers Sometimes Choose the Type of Reflecting Telescope to Use

question 268

Multiple Choice

Astronomers sometimes choose the type of reflecting telescope to use as a result of the amount of strain the weight of the mounted equipment will exert on the telescope. Which type of reflector generally results in the MOST strain?

• A) Cassegrain focus
• B) Newtonian focus
• C) prime focus
• D) coudé focus

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