Why Are Spectral Lines So Tremendously Important in Astronomy

question 118

Multiple Choice

Why are spectral lines so tremendously important in astronomy?

• A) They allow us to see black holes and other hidden objects in space.
• B) They can help determine unknown substances in the laboratory.
• C) They provide reliable evidence of the chemical composition of distant objects.
• D) They are difficult and expensive to obtain.

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