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If the wavelengths or light absorbed by hydrogen and helium are shifted toward the red end of the

spectrum, are those wavelengths becoming shorter or longer? Explain

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Answer:

Wavelengths towards the red end of the spectrum has a longer wavelength

Step-by-step explanation:

As seen by this diagram, we can tell that red has the longest wavelength than any other colour. Red has a lower frequency and so carries less energy.

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