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← ScienceWhich mechanism causes the Shapiro delay of radar signals near massive astrophysical objects?
A)Spacetime curvature affects light cones✓
B)Gravitational redshift increases bandwidth
C)Tidal forces compress photon spheres
D)Event horizon tidal locking reverses spin
💡 Explanation
The Shapiro delay occurs because spacetime curvature near massive objects increases the effective distance light travels. Gravity warps space, increasing path length; therefore the signal takes longer rather than changing intrinsic frequency of light itself.
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