The wavelength of maximum intensity is useful in measuring the ____.
A) surface temperatures of an object from their colors
B) distance to an object from their colors
C) chemical composition of an object
D) motion of an object across the observer's line of sight
E) motion of an object toward or away from the observer

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The wavelength of maximum intensity is related to the temperature of an object according to Wien's displacement law. This principle is used in astrophysics to determine the surface temperatures of stars and other celestial objects based on their color.

The Wavelength of Maximum Intensity Is Useful in Measuring the ____