The Cosmic Perspective: The Solar System (8th Edition) (Bennett Science & Math Titles)
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Author: Jeffrey O. Bennett, Megan O. Donahue, Nicholas Schneider, Mark Voit
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How do reflecting telescopes differ from refracting telescopes? Which type is more commonly used by professional astronomers, and why?
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The Cosmic Perspective: The Solar System (8th Edition) (Bennett Science & Math Titles)
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