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Stars and the Origin of the Universe — Test

Question 13 • Physics in the Universe

Redshifts were used as supporting evidence for the big bang theory. Which describes redshifts? Choose three correct answers.

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

Explanation

A redshift occurs when a light source moves farther from the observer, stretching the light to longer wavelengths. Because many galaxies show redshifts, this indicates that they are receding from us. Shorter wavelengths and approaching sources describe blueshift, not redshift.

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