In the context of the Doppler effect, which of the following is a difference between a blueshift and a redshift?
A) Unlike a redshift, a blueshift is caused by a velocity of recession.
B) Unlike a blueshift, a redshift is based on the Hubble's law.
C) Unlike a redshift, a blueshift is a shift toward shorter wavelengths.
D) Unlike a blueshift, a redshift is based on a light source moving closer to an object.
C
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