The total amount of power (in watts, for example) that a star radiates into space is called its ________.
A) apparent brightness B) flux
C) absolute magnitude D) luminosity
Question 2
Which of the following statements about the accelerations and gravitational forces between a planet and a star is true?
A) Accelerations and forces are both equal and opposite.
B) Forces are equal and opposite; the star is accelerated more than the planet.
C) Acceleration is equal and opposite; the planet feels more force more than the star.
D) Acceleration is equal and opposite; the star feels more force more than the planet.
E) Forces are equal and opposite; the planet is accelerated more than the star.