How Can Astronomers Measure the Period of a Planet's Orbit

question 11

Multiple Choice

How can astronomers measure the period of a planet's orbit?

• A)by measuring the time between peaks in the star's velocity curve
• B)by measuring the time between repeated transits
• C)by timing the cycle of small changes in a stars position on the sky
• D)all of the above

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