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Origin and Evolution of the Universe

Question 8 • WV-Earth and Space Science A-CR

Which describes redshifts? Check all that apply.

Answer
A
The light source and observer move closer together.
B
Observed light shifts to a longer wavelength.
C
They indicate receding galaxies.
D
Observed light shifts to a shorter wavelength.
E
The light source and observer move farther apart.
F
They indicate approaching galaxies.

Explanation

A redshift means the observed light has shifted toward longer wavelengths, so B applies. This shift happens when the light source and observer are moving farther apart, indicating that galaxies are receding, so E and C apply. Shorter wavelengths and approaching galaxies describe blueshifts, not redshifts.

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