Earth Science Chapter 24 Study Guide

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What condition produces a continuous spectrum?

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A continuous spectrum is produced when the material is heated to a high temperature.

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Why do astronomers build observatories on mountaintops?

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To reduce the effects of atmospheric distortion.

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How do radio telescopes gather data?

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By detecting radio waves emitted by celestial objects.

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What property characterizes the wave motion of light?

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Wavelength.

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What are the properties of optical telescopes?

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Light-gathering power, resolving power, magnifying power.

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What is a continuous spectrum?

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A continuous spectrum is a range of colors emitted by an incandescent solid, liquid, or gas.

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What is light-gathering power in telescopes?

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The ability of a telescope to collect light from celestial objects.

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What is resolving power in telescopes?

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The ability of a telescope to distinguish between two closely spaced objects.

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What is magnifying power in telescopes?

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The ability of a telescope to enlarge the image of an object.

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What is the effect of atmospheric distortion on astronomical observations?

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It blurs the images of celestial objects, making them harder to observe clearly.