September 15, 2006, Newsletter Issue #31: The Difference Between Refracting and Reflecting Telescopes

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The difference between a refracting and a reflecting telescope is in their optical construction. The refracting telescope uses a system of lenses to refract light rays, while a reflecting telescope uses a system of mirrors to reflect light rays. Reflectors are usually used to view brighter stars and planets.

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