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  • space-21-term-01 classification Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe

    A classification cue for distant galaxy spectrum: it supports (Physics only) Describe red shift as an increase in the observed wavelength of light from a galaxy by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-21-term-02 evidence Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe

    A evidence cue for red-shifted absorption lines: it supports (Physics only) Describe red shift as an increase in the observed wavelength of light from a galaxy by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-57-term-01 classification Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe

    A classification cue for distant galaxy spectrum: it supports (Physics only) State that light from galaxies moving away from Earth is shifted to longer wavelengths by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-57-term-02 evidence Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe

    A evidence cue for red-shifted absorption lines: it supports (Physics only) State that light from galaxies moving away from Earth is shifted to longer wavelengths by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-43-term-01 classification Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe

    A classification cue for distant galaxy spectrum: it supports (Physics only) Explain that the further away a galaxy is, the faster it is moving away by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-43-term-02 evidence Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe

    A evidence cue for red-shifted absorption lines: it supports (Physics only) Explain that the further away a galaxy is, the faster it is moving away by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-40-term-01 classification Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe

    A classification cue for distant galaxy spectrum: it supports (Physics only) Explain that more distant galaxies show a greater red shift by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-40-term-02 evidence Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe

    A evidence cue for red-shifted absorption lines: it supports (Physics only) Explain that more distant galaxies show a greater red shift by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-61-term-01 classification Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe

    A classification cue for distant galaxy spectrum: it supports (Physics only) State that red shift provides evidence that the universe is expanding by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-61-term-02 evidence Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe

    A evidence cue for red-shifted absorption lines: it supports (Physics only) State that red shift provides evidence that the universe is expanding by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-48-term-01 classification Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe

    A classification cue for distant galaxy spectrum: it supports (Physics only) Link red shift to the idea that galaxies are moving away from each other by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-48-term-02 evidence Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe

    A evidence cue for red-shifted absorption lines: it supports (Physics only) Link red shift to the idea that galaxies are moving away from each other by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-31-term-01 classification Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe

    A classification cue for distant galaxy spectrum: it supports (Physics only) Distinguish red shift as observational evidence from the Big Bang theory as an explanation by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-31-term-02 evidence Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe

    A evidence cue for red-shifted absorption lines: it supports (Physics only) Distinguish red shift as observational evidence from the Big Bang theory as an explanation by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-23-term-01 classification Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe

    A classification cue for distant galaxy spectrum: it supports (Physics only) Describe the Big Bang theory as the theory that the universe began from a very small region that expanded by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-23-term-02 evidence Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe

    A evidence cue for red-shifted absorption lines: it supports (Physics only) Describe the Big Bang theory as the theory that the universe began from a very small region that expanded by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-44-term-01 classification Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe

    A classification cue for distant galaxy spectrum: it supports (Physics only) Explain that the observed expansion of the universe supports the Big Bang theory by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-44-term-02 evidence Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe

    A evidence cue for red-shifted absorption lines: it supports (Physics only) Explain that the observed expansion of the universe supports the Big Bang theory by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-12-term-01 classification Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe

    A classification cue for distant galaxy spectrum: it supports (Physics only) Describe cosmic microwave background radiation as radiation left over from the early universe by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-12-term-02 evidence Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe

    A evidence cue for red-shifted absorption lines: it supports (Physics only) Describe cosmic microwave background radiation as radiation left over from the early universe by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-52-term-01 classification Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe

    A classification cue for distant galaxy spectrum: it supports (Physics only) State that cosmic microwave background radiation provides evidence for the Big Bang theory by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-52-term-02 evidence Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe

    A evidence cue for red-shifted absorption lines: it supports (Physics only) State that cosmic microwave background radiation provides evidence for the Big Bang theory by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-45-term-01 classification Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe

    A classification cue for distant galaxy spectrum: it supports (Physics only) Explain why the Big Bang theory is currently the only theory that can explain cosmic microwave background radiation by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-45-term-02 evidence Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe

    A evidence cue for red-shifted absorption lines: it supports (Physics only) Explain why the Big Bang theory is currently the only theory that can explain cosmic microwave background radiation by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-46-term-01 classification Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe

    A classification cue for distant galaxy spectrum: it supports (Physics only) Interpret red-shift data to compare the relative movement of galaxies by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-46-term-02 evidence Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe

    A evidence cue for red-shifted absorption lines: it supports (Physics only) Interpret red-shift data to compare the relative movement of galaxies by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-03-term-01 classification Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe

    A classification cue for distant galaxy spectrum: it supports (Physics only) Apply WS 1.2 when evaluating evidence for theories about the universe by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-03-term-02 evidence Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe

    A evidence cue for red-shifted absorption lines: it supports (Physics only) Apply WS 1.2 when evaluating evidence for theories about the universe by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-02-term-01 classification Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe

    A classification cue for distant galaxy spectrum: it supports (Physics only) Apply MS 2c and MS 4a when interpreting red-shift data or graphical evidence by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-02-term-02 evidence Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe

    A evidence cue for red-shifted absorption lines: it supports (Physics only) Apply MS 2c and MS 4a when interpreting red-shift data or graphical evidence by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-55-term-01 classification Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology

    A classification cue for distant galaxy spectrum: it supports (Physics only) State that galaxies are large collections of stars by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-55-term-02 evidence Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology

    A evidence cue for red-shifted absorption lines: it supports (Physics only) State that galaxies are large collections of stars by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-67-term-01 classification Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology

    A classification cue for distant galaxy spectrum: it supports (Physics only) State that the universe contains billions of galaxies by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-67-term-02 evidence Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology

    A evidence cue for red-shifted absorption lines: it supports (Physics only) State that the universe contains billions of galaxies by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-68-term-01 classification Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology

    A classification cue for distant galaxy spectrum: it supports (Physics only) Use the Milky Way as an example of a galaxy by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-68-term-02 evidence Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology

    A evidence cue for red-shifted absorption lines: it supports (Physics only) Use the Milky Way as an example of a galaxy by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-38-term-01 classification Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology

    A classification cue for distant galaxy spectrum: it supports (Physics only) Explain that cosmology uses observations to develop and test explanations for the universe by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-38-term-02 evidence Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology

    A evidence cue for red-shifted absorption lines: it supports (Physics only) Explain that cosmology uses observations to develop and test explanations for the universe by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-47-term-01 classification Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology

    A classification cue for distant galaxy spectrum: it supports (Physics only) Link galaxy observations to evidence for expansion of the universe by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-47-term-02 evidence Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology

    A evidence cue for red-shifted absorption lines: it supports (Physics only) Link galaxy observations to evidence for expansion of the universe by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-34-term-01 classification Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology

    A classification cue for distant galaxy spectrum: it supports (Physics only) Explain how red-shift observations and cosmic microwave background radiation support the Big Bang theory by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-34-term-02 evidence Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology

    A evidence cue for red-shifted absorption lines: it supports (Physics only) Explain how red-shift observations and cosmic microwave background radiation support the Big Bang theory by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-33-term-01 classification Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology

    A classification cue for distant galaxy spectrum: it supports (Physics only) Distinguish the universe from a galaxy by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-33-term-02 evidence Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology

    A evidence cue for red-shifted absorption lines: it supports (Physics only) Distinguish the universe from a galaxy by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-27-term-01 classification Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology

    A classification cue for distant galaxy spectrum: it supports (Physics only) Distinguish evidence for the Big Bang theory from the theory itself by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-27-term-02 evidence Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology

    A evidence cue for red-shifted absorption lines: it supports (Physics only) Distinguish evidence for the Big Bang theory from the theory itself by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-41-term-01 classification Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology

    A classification cue for distant galaxy spectrum: it supports (Physics only) Explain that scientific theories about the universe are supported, changed or replaced when new evidence is available by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-41-term-02 evidence Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology

    A evidence cue for red-shifted absorption lines: it supports (Physics only) Explain that scientific theories about the universe are supported, changed or replaced when new evidence is available by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-07-term-01 classification Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology

    A classification cue for distant galaxy spectrum: it supports (Physics only) Apply WS 1.6 when explaining how evidence supports or challenges cosmological models by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-07-term-02 evidence Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology

    A evidence cue for red-shifted absorption lines: it supports (Physics only) Apply WS 1.6 when explaining how evidence supports or challenges cosmological models by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to Galaxies, universe expansion and cosmology. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

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