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Why is a CCD image much faster to obtain than a photograph?
 
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Of all the planets known in antiquity, ________ is the hardest to observe visually.
 
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Reply #1 on: Jul 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

CCDs can obtain images faster because they are more efficient in gathering light compared to film. Thus, less exposure time is required.

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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