A clear majority of the information astronomers obtain about distant astronomical objects comes from an analysis of
A) cosmic rays.
B) meteorite fragments.
C) electromagnetic radiation.
D) radioactive decay products.

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Astronomers primarily rely on analyzing electromagnetic radiation (such as visible light, radio waves, X-rays, etc.) to gather information about distant astronomical objects. This is because electromagnetic radiation can travel vast distances through space, allowing us to observe and study objects that are far beyond our solar system.

A Clear Majority of the Information Astronomers Obtain About Distant