MDCAT Physics MCQ #336

Spectral analysis of a star’s light identifies elements by

MDCAT Physics MCQ #336

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Spectral analysis of a star’s light identifies elements by

    • A) Comparing line intensities
    • B) Matching absorption/emission patterns
    • C) Analyzing Doppler shifts
    • D) Measuring thermal conductivity

    Answer: Matching absorption/emission patterns

    Explanation: Elemental identity relies on unique spectral signatures; A fails as intensity varies with conditions.