Concept explainers
The speed of a galaxy.
Answer to Problem 27P
The speed of a galaxy with
Explanation of Solution
Given:
The value of
Formula used:
The expression for red shift parameter zis
Here, v is the speed of the galaxy and c is the
Calculation:
Assume the speed of the light is denoted by
The speed of the galaxy with
Substitute
Conclusion:
Thus, the speed of a galaxy with
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