Diffraction, optical quality, and atmospheric conditions all contribute to the limitations of what power of a telescope?
A) resolving power
B) magnifying power
C) diffraction power
D) light gathering power
E) focusing power

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Diffraction, optical quality, and atmospheric conditions primarily affect a telescope's resolving power, which is its ability to distinguish between objects that are close together in the sky.

Diffraction, Optical Quality, and Atmospheric Conditions All Contribute to the Limitations