Gravitational radiation causes
A) the rest masses of objects to oscillate.
B) periodic ripples in the distances between objects.
C) gamma rays.
D) pulsar magnetic fields.

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Gravitational radiation, predicted by Einstein's theory of general relativity, manifests as periodic ripples in spacetime caused by the acceleration of massive objects. These ripples affect the distances between objects, causing them to oscillate in a manner that can be detected by instruments like LIGO (Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory).

Gravitational Radiation Causes