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What can spectroscopes tell us about a space object?

A. provide imagery

B. calculate location

C. determine temperature, chemical composition, and speed

D. determine temperature, chemical composition, and size

What can spectroscopes tell us about a space object? A. provide imagery B. calculate-example-1
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Answer:


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Step-by-step explanation:

Spectroscope:

  • The device used to tell the properties of the spectral lines in an electromagnetic spectrum is called spectroscope.

Properties of spectroscope:

  • For any space object, spectroscope tells:
  1. Type of element the object is made of.
  2. Temperature of object.
  3. Chemical composition.
  4. Speed
  5. Magnetic and electric field.
  • Spectroscope also can tell the light intensity and their wavelength.


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User DAme
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Answer:

The answer is C.

Step-by-step explanation:

  • Spectroscopy can be very useful in helping scientists understand how an object like a black hole, neutron star, or active galaxy produces light, how fast it is moving, and what elements it is composed of.
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