The Ideal Shape for the Primary Mirror of a Telescope

question 52

True/False

The ideal shape for the primary mirror of a telescope is concave parabolic.

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Definitions:

Dependent Variable

In experimentation, it's the variable being tested and measured, which is expected to change under the influence of the independent variable.

Normal Distribution

A bell-shaped curve that represents the distribution of many types of data where most occurrences take place in the middle of the range.

Experimenter Bias

A form of bias in research where the expectations or preferences of the researcher inadvertently affect the outcome of the study.

Placebo Effect

The phenomenon where an individual experiences a perceived improvement in condition because they believe they are receiving treatment, despite the treatment having no therapeutic effect.