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6.2.3a Galaxies and the scale of the Universe

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Question 11

A physics student studies the light spectra of distant galaxies and observes cosmological redshift. Which of the following statements about cosmological redshift is correct?

A

It is the decrease in the observed frequency of light from galaxies moving towards us, supporting a contracting Universe.

B

It is the increase in the observed wavelength of light from distant galaxies, providing evidence that the Universe is expanding.

C

It is the decrease in the observed wavelength of light from receding galaxies, supporting the Steady State Theory.

D

It indicates that light is shifted towards the blue end of the spectrum as the space between galaxies decreases.

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