Atomic Spectra Quiz

Light travels at a finite, but incredibly fast speed.

• True
• False

Visible light is the only type of electromagnetic radiation.

• True
• False

Storing and analyzing light from space is key to understanding the cosmos.

• True
• False

Telescopes brighten, resolve, and magnify images.

• True
• False

Spectral lines help scientists to determine the chemical composition of remote astronomical objects.

• True
• False

Scientists use what are known as "spectrometers" to view the atomic spectra of various gasses.

• True
• False

Every element has its own unique atomic spectra.

• True
• False

The Sun emits a continuous spectra.

• True
• False

Blue visible light has a shorter wavelength than red visible light.

• True
• False

Red light is "hotter" than blue light.

• True
• False