Diffraction, Optical Quality, and Atmospheric Conditions All Contribute to the Limitations

question 2

Multiple Choice

Diffraction, optical quality, and atmospheric conditions all contribute to the limitations of what power of a telescope?

• A) resolving power
• B) magnifying power
• C) diffraction power
• D) light gathering power
• E) focusing power

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Definitions:

Selective Attention

This cognitive process involves focusing on specific relevant information in the environment while ignoring other irrelevant information.

Response Inhibition

The ability to suppress actions that are inappropriate or no longer required in a given context, crucial for self-regulation and control.

Working Memory

A mental framework with finite capacity, designed to briefly maintain information for further processing.

Hypothetical-Deductive Reasoning

The ability to consider propositions and probabilities, generate and systematically test hypotheses, and draw conclusions.