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7.2 The Universe and red-shift

7.2 The Universe and red-shift

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Question 20

Astronomers analyze the light spectrum emitted by distant galaxies to study the expansion of the Universe. This analysis reveals a phenomenon known as red-shift, which provides vital evidence for the Big Bang theory.

Describe what is meant by red-shift.

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7.2 The Universe and red-shift Questions

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  3. /7.2 The Universe and red-shift

53 exam-style questions on Edexcel GCSE Physics 7.2 The Universe and red-shift. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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