When Attempting to Observe a Protostar,which Region of the Spectrum

question 154

Multiple Choice

When attempting to observe a protostar,which region of the spectrum do we usually use?

• A) visible because protostars do emit visible light
• B) infrared because protostars emit only infrared light
• C) infrared because these longer wavelengths can penetrate the dust surrounding the protostar
• D) ultraviolet because their higher energy photons can penetrate the dust surrounding the protostar

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