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How does light pollution effect astronomers?

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Observatories need for the area to have dark skies so that they have a better view of the heavens. In Arizona, the City of Tucson regulates lights of businesses and streets so that the skies are dark enough for the astronomers at Kitt Peak.

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Light pollution does not affect astronauts, it affects astronomers.


Which forms of electromagnetic radiation can interfere with the work of astronomers?

Light. In the form of light pollution in the night sky.


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Astronomers often locate telescopes on mountains to?

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What advantages would astronomers on the moon have over astronomers on the earth studying the universe?

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Is there a lot of light pollution on Earth that makes it difficult for astronomers to observe at distant stars?

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What effect air pollution?

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