Question

Why are X-ray telescopes placed in space, but not on Earth’s surface? (1 point) Responses X-rays are too powerful and dangerous to be used on Earth. X-rays are too powerful and dangerous to be used on Earth. Earth’s atmosphere deflects X-rays from space. Earth’s atmosphere deflects X-rays from space. Earth’s surface releases X-rays into the atmosphere. Earth’s surface releases X-rays into the atmosphere. A telescope in space is closer to the planets and stars.

Answer 1

The correct response is: **Earth’s atmosphere deflects X-rays from space.**

X-rays cannot penetrate the Earth's atmosphere, which is why X-ray telescopes need to be placed in space to observe astronomical objects.