What are the advantages of using interferometry over just building larger telescopes? How does this illustrate the interplay of science and technology?
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This allows astronomers to achieve the same level of detail as a much larger telescope without the cost and engineering challenges of building one. Second, building larger telescopes has its own limitations. There are practical limits to how big a telescope can Show more…
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