What Is the Purpose of Adaptive Optics

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Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of adaptive optics?

• A)to improve the angular resolution of telescopes in space
• B)to eliminate the distorting effects of atmospheric turbulence for telescopes on the ground
• C)to increase the collecting area of telescopes on the ground
• D)to increase the magnification of telescopes on the ground
• E)to allow several small telescopes to work together like a single larger telescope

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