Question

question 8 1 pts what is the purpose of adaptive optics? it allows ground - based telescopes to observe ultraviolet light that normally does not penetrate the atmosphere. it allows several small telescopes to work together like a single larger telescope. it is a special technology that allows the hubble space telescope to adapt to study many different types of astronomical objects. it reduces the chromatic aberration of refracting telescopes. it reduces blurring caused by atmospheric turbulence for telescopes on the ground.

Explanation:

Adaptive optics is a technology used to correct the distortions in light caused by the Earth's atmosphere. Atmospheric turbulence causes blurring of the images obtained by ground - based telescopes. Adaptive optics systems measure the distortions and then rapidly adjust the shape of a telescope's mirror to compensate for them, reducing this blurring.

Answer:

It reduces blurring caused by atmospheric turbulence for telescopes on the ground.