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Pragmatic_Optimism t1_iz3tros wrote

Yes, radio telescopes can suffer from pollution in the same way that conventional telescopes do. Pollution, such as light pollution from nearby cities and atmospheric pollution from industrial activities, can interfere with the ability of radio telescopes to collect and interpret signals from space.

However, radio telescopes have some advantages over conventional telescopes when it comes to pollution. For one, radio waves are less affected by atmospheric pollution than visible light, so radio telescopes can still operate effectively in areas with high levels of atmospheric pollution.

Additionally, radio telescopes can be located in remote areas, away from sources of light and atmospheric pollution. This allows them to operate with less interference and provide more accurate observations of the universe.

Overall, while radio telescopes are not immune to pollution, they can still provide valuable insights into the universe despite the presence of pollution.

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