Universe: Stars And Galaxies
Universe: Stars And Galaxies
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Author: Roger Freedman, Robert Geller, William J. Kaufmann
Publisher: W. H. Freeman
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Advantages and disadvantages of using a small telescope in Earth’s orbit versus a large telescope on a mountain top.

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