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jessicacav

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What evidence supports the predicted existence of gravitational waves?
 
  A) The orbit of a star system consisting of two neutron stars is slowly decaying, suggesting that energy is being carried away by gravitational waves.
  B) The energy generated by gravitational waves from the Sun can be seen as it is absorbed by Jupiter.
  C) Gravitational waves are frequently and easily detected by large telescopes.
  D) Photographs of spacetime show the gravitational waves as ripples that are clearly visible.

Question 2

Energy and power are different words for the same thing.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


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tashiedavis420

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Reply #1 on: Jul 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Answer to Question 2

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Reply 2 on: Jul 27, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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