Spiral Review--Benchmark 2 Prep: Term 1 and 2 Cumulative Review

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What is the method astronomers use to determine the elements in distant stars?

Back

Astronomers use the light waves emitted from the star since each element has its own unique pattern or 'fingerprint'.

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What is the term for the tendency of an object to resist changes in its motion?

Back

Inertia.

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What does redshift in a galaxy's absorption spectra indicate?

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It indicates that the galaxy is moving away from us.

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What is the property of a wave represented by amplitude?

Back

Amplitude is the height of the wave from its rest position, indicating the energy of the wave.

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In which trial will the box accelerate toward the left?

Back

Trial 1.

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What is the definition of mass?

Back

Mass is a measure of the amount of matter in an object, typically measured in kilograms.

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What is the difference between redshift and blueshift?

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Redshift indicates an object is moving away, while blueshift indicates it is moving closer.

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What is the formula for calculating speed?

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Speed = Distance / Time.

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What is the significance of a star's light spectrum?

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A star's light spectrum reveals its composition, temperature, density, and motion.

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What is the definition of force?

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Force is an interaction that causes an object to change its velocity, measured in Newtons.