Within an operational gravitational wave detector, which outcome primarily causes reduced signal clarity?

💡 Explanation

Reduced clarity occurs due to unintended *surface distortion* arising from spacetime curvature because even extremely small distortions impact laser beam path. Therefore, they can significantly degrade interferometer sensitivity, rather than quantum effects or laser instability which are addressed through active control.

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