How do astronomers know that the nuclei of some galaxies are active?

a. Their nuclei are much brighter than expected.
b. The orbits of stars near the center of the galactic nuclei are faster than expected.
c. The luminosity of the nuclei varies over time.
d. The color of the nuclei is different than expected.


C

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