Suppose One Could Examine a Star and Determine Its Absolute

question 4

Multiple Choice

Suppose one could examine a star and determine its absolute magnitude M without any intervening gas and dust. Compared to its absolute magnitude measured with gas and dust between Earth and the star, this "clean" measurement of M would be

• A) a larger number.
• B) a smaller number.
• C) the same number.
• D) either larger or smaller depending on the star's speed (toward or away).

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Definitions:

Lumbodynia

Pain experienced in the lumbar region of the back, often related to disorders or strain of the lower back muscles or vertebrae.

Pain

An unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with actual or potential tissue damage.

Loin

The part of the body on both sides of the spine between the ribs and the pelvis.

Pertaining To

Referring to or relating to a particular subject.