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(Physics only) Distinguish red shift as observational evidence from the Big Bang theory as an explanation.
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Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe
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- (Physics only) Describe red shift as an increase in the observed wavelength of light from a galaxy.
Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe
- (Physics only) State that light from galaxies moving away from Earth is shifted to longer wavelengths.
Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe
- (Physics only) Explain that the further away a galaxy is, the faster it is moving away.
Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe
- (Physics only) Explain that more distant galaxies show a greater red shift.
Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe
- (Physics only) State that red shift provides evidence that the universe is expanding.
Red-shift and evidence for an expanding universe
