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Interferometry: Combining Telescopes for Enhanced Resolution

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What is the primary advantage of using interferometry in astronomy?

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Enhanced resolution
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Interferometry allows astronomers to achieve much higher angular resolution than is possible with a single telescope, enabling them to study fine details and structures in astronomical objects.

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