Optics Question 262
Question: When the wavelength of light coming from a distant star is measured it is found shifted towards red. Then the conclusion is
[JIPMER 1999]
Options:
A) The star is approaching the observer
B) The star recedes away from earth
C) There is gravitational effect on the light
D) The star remains stationary
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Answer:
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
The star recedes away from earth