Optics Question 267
Question: It is believed that the universe is expanding and hence the distant stars are receding from us. Light from such a star will show
[CPMT 2005]
Options:
A) Shift in frequency towards longer wavelengths
B) Shift in frequency towards shorter wavelength
C) No shift in frequency but a decrease in intensity
D) A shift in frequency sometimes towards longer and sometimes towards shorter wavelengths
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Answer:
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
Shift in frequency towards longer wavelengths