Astronomical spectroscopy

Astronomical spectroscopy is the technique of spectroscopy used in astronomy. As spectroscopy is described in its own article, this article focuses on its use in astronomy. The object of study is the spectrum of electromagnetic radiation, including visible light, which radiates from stars and other celestial objects. Spectroscopy can be used to derive many properties of distant stars and galaxies, such as their chemical composition and also their motion, via the Doppler shift.

Related Topics:
Spectroscopy - Astronomy - Spectrum - Electromagnetic radiation - Radiates - Star - Doppler shift

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