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Why must far-infrared astronomy be done from high-flying aircraft or spacecraft?



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Far-infrared radiation is absorbed low in the Earth's atmosphere.



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Far-infrared photons are quite energetic.



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Far-infrared photons have long wavelengths.



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Far-infrared radiation is reflected from the top of the Earth's atmosphere.

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