The mirrors on the Webb telescope are made from beryllium (Be). What is a disadvantage of working with this material?(1 point)

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It is a weak metal.
It is a weak metal.

It is rare.
It is rare.

It is a heavy metal.
It is a heavy metal.

It is a poor conductor of heat.

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The disadvantage of working with beryllium (Be) is that it is rare. Beryllium is not abundant in the Earth's crust, which can make it more difficult and costly to source compared to more common materials.