Multiple Choice
What is the MAIN reason for placing astronomical telescopes and detectors on satellites?
A) to avoid light pollution from cities and other built-up areas
B) to avoid dust and haze in Earth's atmosphere
C) to get above the absorption in Earth's atmosphere
D) to get closer to the objects being viewed
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