The expanding universe Flashcards

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What is the doppler effect?

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change of frequency of sound (or light) waves moves relative to the observer

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When source of sound moves toward observer?

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more sound waves heard per second so frequency is increased (and u take away in the equation as distance is less)

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When source of sound moves away observer?

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less sound waves heard per second so frequency is decreased

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Function of the Doppler effect?

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measure the speed at which distant galaxies are moving relative to the Earth
measure the speed of blood flow using ultrasound waves.

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