The Red Shift Flashcards
1
Q
What is the Doppler Effect?
A
The compression of a wave as it gets closer to you.
2
Q
If an item emits light to you but moves away at the speed of light, how quickly will the light reach you?
A
Still at the speed of light, not half the speed.
3
Q
What is the Red Shift?
A
When light from an object is increased in wavelength, shifting it to the red of the electromagnetic spectrum.
