To what does the term "aberration" in a telescope refer?
A) absorption of light by the glass in the lenses
B) magnifying power of the telescope
C) fundamental limitation of any telescope to resolve very small details in the image
D) defect in design that blurs or distorts the image

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Aberration in a telescope refers to a defect in the design of the telescope's optics (lenses or mirrors) that causes the image to be blurred or distorted. This can be due to various factors such as imperfections in the shape of the lenses or mirrors, misalignment of optical components, or limitations in the optical design itself.

To What Does the Term "Aberration" in a Telescope Refer