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



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