If We Observe One Edge of a Planet to Be

question 97

Multiple Choice

If we observe one edge of a planet to be redshifted and the opposite edge to be blueshifted, what can we conclude about the planet?

• A)The planet is actually two bodies, one moving toward us, the other away from us.
• B)The planet is rotating.
• C)The planet is in the process of formation.
• D)The planet is in the process of falling apart.

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Definitions:

Aerial Perspective

A visual perception cue based on the understanding that objects farther away appear less defined, lighter, and bluer than objects that are closer, contributing to depth perception.

Motion Parallax

A depth cue that involves the apparent relative motion of stationary objects as observed by a moving observer, which aids in depth perception.

Retinal Disparity

The slight difference in the visual images that reach each eye, leading to the perception of depth.

Depth Perception

The visual ability to perceive the world in three dimensions (3D) and the distance of an object.