The intensity of the light emitted and its wavelength tell us about the___________ that is generating the light.
A) exact object
B) type of process
C) distance away the object is
D) part of the solar system

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The type of process generating the light is determined by the wavelength and intensity of the light emitted. For example, the characteristic spectral lines emitted by different types of atoms allow us to determine the elements present in a star or galaxy.

The Intensity of the Light Emitted and Its Wavelength Tell