Astronomy 183: Homework help for Homework 5

(22 Apr 2009)
For problem #2, you can leave your answer in terms of L_o and M_o (solar luminosity and mass) -- you don't have to put it into J/s and kg.

(21 Apr 2009)
For problem #3, you need to use temperature in Kelvins to make these equations work out. 0 C is equal to 273 K, and 1 degree C is equal to 1 K. The Sun's temperature is about 5700 K and its radius is about 700,000 km.


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