What Characteristic of a Telescope Controls the Amount of Light

question 41

Multiple Choice

What characteristic of a telescope controls the amount of light captured by the telescope?

• A) resolving power
• B) magnifying power
• C) size of eyepiece
• D) number of mirrors
• E) diameter of tube

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Definitions:

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A psychological approach from the 19th century focusing on humane and respectful techniques to care for the mentally ill.

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