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Why Were Telescopes with Very Large, Thin Mirrors Not Built

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Why were telescopes with very large, thin mirrors not built 50 years ago


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IUPAC Name

The systematic name given to a chemical substance, based on a set of standard rules by the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry.

Amine

An organic compound derived from ammonia; characterized by the presence of a nitrogen atom bonded to carbon atoms.

Boiling Point

The specific temperature at which a liquid changes to gas at a given pressure, indicative of a substance's volatility.

Compounds

Substances made up of two or more elements chemically combined in fixed ratios, often resulting in properties different from the constituent elements.

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