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theo

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What is the primary factor in determining the classification for an elliptical galaxy?
 
  a. size
  b. shape
  c. mass
  d. color

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Why are distant stars redder than nearby stars of the same spectral type?
 
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Reply #1 on: Jul 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

Interstellar reddening makes stars seen through a cloud of gas and dust look redder than they should because shorter wavelength light is more easily scattered.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 27, 2018
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