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

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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

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

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

stationary

moving towards earth

moving away from earth

Information is incomplete

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