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 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. A telescope in space is closer to the planets and stars. Earth’s atmosphere deflects X-rays from space.

Answer 1

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

X-rays do not penetrate the Earth's atmosphere effectively, which is why X-ray telescopes must be placed in space to observe astronomical X-ray sources.