The signature of a planet is largest in radial velocity measurements when the planet and star are lined up along the line of sight to the telescope
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
TRUE
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The spectra of the coolest stars contain strong absorption features (or lines) of
a. TiO molecules.
b. ionized helium.
c. helium.
d. hydrogen.
e. All of the other choices are correct.
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Why is M-42, the Orion Nebula, so important to us?
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The constant K in Kepler's Third Law is the same for all the planets in our solar system, but is different for planetary systems orbiting other stars
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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Pluto is most like a
A) terrestrial planet. B) jovian (gas giant) planet. C) comet. D) star.
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