Multiple Choice
A binary star system in the constellation Orion has an angular separation between the stars of 4×10−5 radians.Assuming a wavelength of 500 nm,what is the smallest aperture (diameter) telescope that will just resolve the two stars? (1 nm = 10−9 m)
A) 1.2 cm
B) 1.5 mm
C) 1.5 cm
D) 4.8 cm
E) 20 mm
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