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Luminosity, intensity and distance

What physical quantity does luminosity (LLL) represent for a star?

A

The surface temperature of the star’s emitting layer.

B

The energy per unit area received from the star.

C

The total energy received by an observer each second.

D

The total power emitted as electromagnetic radiation.

Luminosity, intensity and distance Flashcards

  1. AS Level
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Flashcards for Edexcel AS Level Physics Luminosity, intensity and distance, covering the key terms and definitions you need to recall. 21 cards, matched to the Edexcel AS Level Physics (8PH0) specification.

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