The Light from Polaris Is 24

question 70

Multiple Choice

The light from Polaris is 24.2 times less intense than the light received from Sirius. Which star is the truly brighter star, that is, emitting more visual light at its surface

• A)Polaris
• B)Sirius
• C)Neither, they emit the same amount at their surfaces.
• D)This cannot be determined based upon the information given.

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