Adaptive optics involves
A) reconfiguration of the primary mirror to compensate for changes in telescope orientation and temperature.
B) reconfiguration of the primary mirror to compensate for atmospheric distortion.
C) reconfiguration of a secondary mirror to compensate for atmospheric distortion.
D) rapid switching among available eyepiece powers for optimal viewing of the target.
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