Types of Telescopes in Astronomy

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What are the main types of telescopes used in astronomy?

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Refracting telescopes, reflecting telescopes, and catadioptric telescopes.

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What is a refracting telescope?

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A telescope that uses lenses to gather and focus light.

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What is a reflecting telescope?

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A telescope that uses mirrors to gather and focus light.

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What is a catadioptric telescope?

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A telescope that uses a combination of lenses and mirrors to gather and focus light.