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How do scientists use the Doppler effect to measure the actual motion of stars?
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∙ 8y ago
The Doppler effect can be used with a radar gun. Police can use this device to detect drivers who are traveling above the speed limit. The radar gun emits a radio signal with a known wavelength. A moving car generates a returning wave whose wavelength is picked us be the radar gun. The size of the difference in the two wavelengths shows how fast the moving vehicle is traveling.
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∙ 16y ago
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∙ 7y agoThe general idea is that, due to the expansion of the Universe, galaxies (individual stars at that distance can hardly be distinguished) that are farther away, move away from us faster.Of course, this method has to be calibrated by using other methods.
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How can you measure the time using the stars?
light years
How meteorologists use Doppler effect in weather forecasts?
Meteorologist use Doppler effect because they want to see if how they can immprove the wavelengths and frequency
What are two methods for determining how fast the sun rotates on its axis?
Observing sunspots, and checking sunlight for the Doppler effect. There are probably a few others, too.Observing sunspots, and checking sunlight for the Doppler effect. There are probably a few others, too.Observing sunspots, and checking sunlight for the Doppler effect. There are probably a few others, too.Observing sunspots, and checking sunlight for the Doppler effect. There are probably a few others, too.
Why dont you notice the Doppler effect for a slow moving train?
The Doppler effect occurs whether the sound source or the listener is moving. You wont notice the Doppler effect on a slow moving train because the radio wave is reflected, its frequency changes depending on the speed of the object.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of Doppler effect in medical field?
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When light waves are emitted by a moving source scientists can measure?
When light waves are emitted by moving source scientists can measure the Doppler effects. It is a source of energy that produces light.
When light waves are emitted by moving sources scientists can measure?
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Is the Doppler effect the actual change in a stars frequency of a wave?
No. Doppler effect measures relative speed toward or away from the observer, there is no effect on the star itself.
What is the purpose of transcranial Doppler ultrasonography?
Doppler ultrasonography uses what is called the Doppler effect to measure the rate and direction of blood flow in the vessels.
How can you measure the time using the stars?
light years
What is the change in frequency of a sound due to motion of the source?
The change in frequency is caused by the Doppler Effect
How does the Doppler effect measure speed of stars and movement towards or away?
redshift
Is true of the Doppler effect?
the Doppler effect involves moving objectsthe Doppler effect involves moving objects
The Doppler Effect is a phenomenon that allows one to measure an object's?
The doppler effect is the change in frequency of a wave for an observer moving relative to the source of the wave. You can measure the location and velocity of a locomotive moving towards or away from your. You can measure a star's location and velocity vector regarding the shift and color emanating from the star light. This is calculated via doppler light equations.
What scientists use to support the big bang theory?
The Doppler effect and background cosmic radiation are the big ones.
What does the Doppler affect help determine?
The Doppler effect helps measure the speed of moving objects. The most common Doppler effect is the sound of a police siren, as it passes you. The sound of the siren remains constant to the person in the vehicle, but as it approaches you, the pitch, or frequency appears to lower.
What did Christian Doppler do?
He discoverd the Doppler effect
