The diffraction limit of a 4-meter telescope is ________ than that of a 2-meter telescope.
A) two times larger
B) four times larger
C) two times smaller
D) four times smaller

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The diffraction limit is inversely proportional to the diameter of the telescope's aperture. Therefore, a 4-meter telescope will have a diffraction limit that is two times smaller than that of a 2-meter telescope.

The Diffraction Limit of a 4-Meter Telescope Is ________ Than