Solved

The Radial Velocity of a Star or Other Object Is

Question 218

Multiple Choice

The radial velocity of a star or other object is measured by


A) measuring the change in the angular diameter of the object.
B) watching the object move compared to the background stars.
C) measuring the intensity of the light in different regions of the blackbody curve.
D) observing the Doppler shift of spectral lines in the light from the object.

Correct Answer:

verifed

Verified

Unlock this answer now
Get Access to more Verified Answers free of charge

Related Questions

Unlock this Answer For Free Now!

View this answer and more for free by performing one of the following actions

qr-code

Scan the QR code to install the App and get 2 free unlocks

upload documents

Unlock quizzes for free by uploading documents