How can astronomers currently determine the temperature of an extrasolar planet?
A) estimate the temperature based on the planet's distance from the star
B) measure the drop in total infrared light when the planet passes behind the star from our perspective
C) use spectroscopy of the planet to identify the wavelength at which its emission peaks
D) A and B
E) B and C
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q5: Most of the planets discovered around other
Q6: Two stars with about the same mass
Q7: Approximately how many other planetary systems have
Q8: At least 70% of stars have planets.
Q9: You observe a star very similar to
Q11: Which two quantities need to be measured
Q12: What mechanism explains the presence of "hot
Q13: What are the two main differences between
Q14: According to the nebular theory, where should
Q15: What mechanism likely accounts for whether a
Unlock this Answer For Free Now!
View this answer and more for free by performing one of the following actions
Scan the QR code to install the App and get 2 free unlocks
Unlock quizzes for free by uploading documents