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A remote desert peak became the gateway to the universe's deepest secrets
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What was the main trade-off in choosing Cerro Paranal as the site for the Very Large Telescope?
Choosing the highest mountain in Chile regardless of weather conditions
Balancing the site's remote, harsh environment against its exceptional atmospheric clarity
Selecting a location primarily for its proximity to major cities
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Cerro Paranal's extreme dryness and altitude make it one of the clearest places on Earth to observe the stars
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What was the key reason for choosing Cerro Paranal as the site for the Very Large Telescope?
Its high altitude and extremely dry atmosphere provide ideal conditions for astronomical observations.
Its proximity to major cities made it easily accessible for researchers.
It was the only available mountain in Chile at the time of construction.
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Cerro Paranal's dry desert skies make it one of the clearest windows to the universe on Earth
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Why was Cerro Paranal chosen as the site for the Very Large Telescope?
Because it was the closest mountain to major cities with existing observatories.
Because its high elevation and extremely dry, clear skies provide ideal conditions for astronomical observations.
Because it was the tallest mountain in Chile, regardless of atmospheric conditions.
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Cerro Paranal's high-altitude desert location makes it one of the world's premier astronomical observatories
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Why is Cerro Paranal considered an ideal location for astronomical observations?
Because it is located near the equator, providing a wide view of the sky
Because of its high altitude, dry climate, and minimal light pollution
Because it is situated in a densely populated area with advanced infrastructure
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Cerro Paranal hosts one of the world's most advanced optical telescopes in the Atacama Desert
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Why is Cerro Paranal considered an ideal location for astronomical observations?
Because it is located near a large urban center with many resources
Because it is situated in a tropical rainforest with frequent cloud cover
Because of its high altitude, dry climate, and minimal light pollution providing clear skies
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