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6.2.3a Galaxies and the scale of the Universe

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Question 34

Which statement about the expansion of the Universe and redshift is correct?

A

Redshift describes a decrease in the wavelength of light from receding galaxies.

B

Light from distant galaxies is redshifted, suggesting that the Universe is expanding.

C

Galaxies that are further away from us show a smaller redshift than closer galaxies.

D

The cosmic microwave background radiation (CMBR) is evidence that the Universe is contracting.

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59 exam-style questions on CIE IGCSE Physics 6.2.3a Galaxies and the scale of the Universe. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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