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Satellite proliferation imperils astronomical observations, study finds

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A recent study has concluded that the rapid increase in the number of satellites orbiting Earth is significantly hindering astronomical observations. The research highlights how the growing presence of these artificial objects in low Earth orbit creates light pollution and interference that complicates the work of ground-based telescopes.

As the density of satellite constellations continues to rise, the scientific community faces mounting challenges in capturing clear data from space. The findings underscore a growing conflict between the expansion of global telecommunications infrastructure and the preservation of the night sky for astronomical research.

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