Suppose That Star X and Star Y Both Have Redshifts

question 47

Multiple Choice

Suppose that Star X and Star Y both have redshifts, but Star X has a larger redshift than Star Y. What can you conclude?

• A)Star X is moving away from us and Star Y is moving toward us.
• B)Star X is coming toward us faster than Star Y.
• C)Star X is moving away from us faster than Star Y.
• D)Star X is hotter than Star Y.
• E)Star Y is moving away from us faster than Star X.

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Definitions:

Mullerian

Pertaining to structures derived from the Müllerian ducts in the embryonic development of mammals, including the fallopian tubes, uterus, and part of the vagina in females.

Gonads

The primary reproductive organs, ovaries in females and testes in males, that produce gametes (sex cells) and sex hormones.

Neural Tube

Is the precursor in embryonic development to the central nervous system, which comprises the brain and spinal cord.

Digestive System

The complex series of organs and glands responsible for the digestion, absorption, and processing of food.