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Astro*Dictionary by Michael Erlewine

 

 

 

 

1 article for "Luminosity"

Luminosity [Astro*Index]

The rate at which a star emits radiant energy. It is expressed as a multiple of the Sun's output.

See also: ♦ Stars

 

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