For historical precision astrolabes, which consequence appears when surface reflectivity diminishes?

💡 Explanation

In astrolabes, diminished surface reflectivity decreases the contrast of shadows and reflected starlight. Star positions become difficult to resolve because diminished albedo reduces light-gathering, therefore affecting accuracy, rather than altering thermal load or corrosion.

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