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Relativity
Gravitational Redshift Calculator
Compute the observed frequency of light or electromagnetic radiation emitted near a massive object, accounting for gravitational redshift predicted by General Relativity. Essential for astrophysics, pulsar timing, and GPS system design.
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Relativity
Cosmological Redshift Calculator
Compute the cosmological redshift (z), recession velocity, or distance of a galaxy from its observed vs. rest wavelength. Essential for astronomers and physics students analyzing spectral data from distant objects.
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Key differences
| Gravitational Redshift Calculator | Cosmological Redshift Calculator | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Relativity | Relativity |
| Inputs required | 4 | 4 |
| Result | Observed Frequency (Hz) | Result (varies) |
| What it does | Compute the observed frequency of light or electromagnetic radiation emitted near a massive object, accounting for gravitational redshift predicted by General Relativity. Essential for astrophysics, pulsar timing, and GPS system design. | Compute the cosmological redshift (z), recession velocity, or distance of a galaxy from its observed vs. rest wavelength. Essential for astronomers and physics students analyzing spectral data from distant objects. |