As the night sky grows crowded, astronomers face a growing problem

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Summary:

- The rapid growth of satellite constellations, such as SpaceX's Starlink, is creating a major problem for astronomers by interfering with their observations of the night sky.
- The increasing number of satellites is making it harder for astronomers to conduct their research, as the satellites can reflect sunlight and create streaks across telescope images, obscuring the view of celestial objects.
- Astronomers are working with satellite operators to find solutions, such as adjusting the satellites' orbits or using darker coatings to reduce their reflectivity, but the problem is expected to continue as more satellites are launched in the coming years.

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