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ereecah

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on: Jul 27, 2018
How can a star's blackbody spectrum be used to determine the temperature of a star?
 
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The broader the spectral line, the higher the pressure of the gas that is creating it.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


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

Careful analysis of the blackbody curve of the star's entire radiation spectrum will reveal a peak that is unique to a given photospheric temperature. Basically, the bluer the star's radiation, the hotter its surface will be.

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Reply 2 on: Jul 27, 2018
:D TYSM

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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