Why Must Far-Infrared Astronomy Be Done from High-Flying Aircraft or Spacecraft

question 22

Multiple Choice

Why must far-infrared astronomy be done from high-flying aircraft or spacecraft?

• A)Far-infrared radiation is absorbed low in the Earth's atmosphere.
• B)Far-infrared photons are quite energetic.
• C)Far-infrared photons have long wavelengths.
• D)Far-infrared radiation is reflected from the top of the Earth's atmosphere.

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