Answer to Question #162589 in Optics for Taniform Shekinah Glory

Question

Why is it advantageous to use a large-diameter objective lens in a telescope?

A. It diffracts the light more effectively than smaller-diameter objective lens

B. It increases its magnification

C. It enables you to see more objects in the field of view.

D. It increases its resolution.

Answer 1

D. It increases its resolution.