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Pearson Edexcel GCSE (9-1) Physics practice

If a galaxy shows a significant blue-shift, what can be inferred about its motion relative to Earth?

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If a galaxy shows a significant blue-shift, what can be inferred about its motion relative to Earth?.

  1. A.It is moving away from Earth at high speed.
  2. B.It is stationary relative to Earth.
  3. C.It is moving towards Earth.
  4. D.It is moving perpendicular to Earth's line of sight.

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