The amount of diffraction a telescope creates depends upon:

A) whether the telescope is a refractor or a reflector.
B) the wavelength and the diameter of the telescope objective.
C) the magnification of the eyepiece.
D) the types of glass used in the achromat.
E) the transparency of the atmosphere.


B

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