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Question 0

Why do astronomers often build observatories in remote locations?

Answer 0

1) To avoid light pollution
2) Astronomers want as little atmosphere as possible, that is why they are built in areas of high levitation.
3) water in the atmosphere can cause problems with refracting light- so a dry location is good for a telescope.
4) clouds block the telescopes view so they are built on areas that have cloudless nights.

Question 1

Why do astronomers need to work together?

Answer 1

1) Too expensive for a country to do alone.
2) get the best people for the job
3)

Question 2

What factors need to be taken into account when building a telescope?

Answer 2

Cost-cost of building,running
Access- roads that lead to the telescope, electricity, and other facilities.
Environment- make as little damage to the environment as possible.
Social-People on site will need water, electricity , accommodation, shops. Some areas this will provide jobs.