
The radiant flux intensity F of light from a lamp at a distance of is . Calculate F from the same lamp at a distance of . State any assumption(s) you make.

Important Questions on Astronomy and Cosmology
Use data from Table to determine, to two significant figures:
(a) the distance of Sirius from the Earth in metres.

Use data from Table to determine to two significant figures the luminosity (in W) of Canopus.

Use data from Table to determine, to two significant figures the luminosity (in W) of Vega.

Use data from table to determine two significant figures the radiant flux intensity measured at the Earth from Sirius.

Use data from Table to determine, to two significant figures the radiant flux intensity measured at the Earth from Alpha Centauri.

This question is about Sirius and Arcturus. With the help of calculations and data from Table, show that Sirius is brighter than Arcturus.


(a) A student conducted the experiment from Practical Activity. The results from the experiment are shown below:
Use this data to estimate the diameter of the Sun.
