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For the Doppler effect to occur the measured object must be in motion (radial velocity) relative to the emitter of a wave.

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Does Doppler effect occur for all types of waves?

yes


For the Doppler effect to occur what must happen?

For the Doppler effect to occur, there must be relative motion between the source of the wave and the observer. As the source moves towards or away from the observer, the frequency of the wave appears to change, causing a shift in the perceived wavelength.


Is true of the Doppler effect?

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The change in the Doppler effect causes what not to occur with it?

The change in the Doppler effect does not cause a change in the frequency of the wave source itself; it only affects how the frequency of the wave is perceived by an observer in relative motion to the source.


Who was the Doppler Effect named after?

The Doppler Effect was named after Austrian physicist Christian Doppler, who first described it in 1842.


What did Christian Doppler do?

He discoverd the Doppler effect


Does the Doppler effect occur when only some types of waves or all types of waves?

It is typical of all waves.


Why big bang theory is presented?

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What is the change in frequency of a sound due to motion of the source?

The change in frequency of a sound due to motion of the source is called the Doppler effect. If the source is moving towards the observer, the frequency of the sound appears higher (blueshifted), while if the source is moving away, the frequency appears lower (redshifted). This effect is commonly experienced with passing vehicles and sirens.


What does the Doppler Effect provide evidence for?

The Doppler effect proves that sound travels in waves.


What exactly is the Doppler effect?

The Doppler effect is the change in frequency of a sound wave. The Doppler effect causes a siren or engine to have a higher pitch when it is approaching than it does when it is receding.


Who discovered the Doppler effect?

Christian Doppler did not invent Doppler Radar. He described what is now known as the Doppler effect in 1842 in Austria. It is used to describe the behavior of waves (such as light or sound) that are emitted by a moving object. Doppler radar, which utilizes the Doppler effect, was developed in the United States during World War II.