The ____ of a telescope is a measure of its ability to show fine detail and depends on the diameter of the objective.
A)light-gathering power
B)focal length
C)magnifying power
D)resolving power
E)spherical aberration

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The resolving power of a telescope is a measure of its ability to show fine detail and depends on the diameter of the objective. It is also called the "angular resolution" or "spatial resolution." The other options (light-gathering power, focal length, magnifying power, and spherical aberration) are important characteristics of a telescope but do not specifically relate to its ability to resolve fine detail.

The ____ of a Telescope Is a Measure of Its