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Question: If the shift of wavelength of light emitted by a star is towards violet, then this shows that star i...

If the shift of wavelength of light emitted by a star is towards violet, then this shows that star is.

A

Stationary

B

Moving towards earth

C

Moving away from earth

D

Information is incomplete

Answer

Moving towards earth

Explanation

Solution

Shifting towards ultraviolet region shows that Apparent wavelength decreased. Therefore the source is moving towards the earth.