Suppose You Want to Know the Distance to a Particular

question 77

Multiple Choice

Suppose you want to know the distance to a particular galaxy. What's the biggest problem with using type Ia supernovae to measure the distance?

• A) Supernovae are extremely luminous and can outshine their galaxies.
• B) Supernovae all have about the same luminosity.
• C) Because supernovae are very energetic, they are not well understood.
• D) Supernovae are rare, so you might have to wait a long time.

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