Why are large telescopes often placed on top of mountains?
A) Mountaintops are among the few places with enough open space.
B) to be physically closer to objects in space
C) to get above most of the atmosphere
D) Astronomers prefer remote locations in order to avoid distractions.
E) to avoid the noise of major roadways

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Placing telescopes on mountaintops reduces atmospheric interference, providing clearer and more accurate observations of celestial objects.

Why Are Large Telescopes Often Placed on Top of Mountains