Wien's Law: If the sunlight from a star peaks at a wavelength of 0.55 µm, what temperature does this imply for the surface of that star? The constant in Wien's law is 0.00290 m ? K.

A. 9500 K
B. 5300 K
C. 2500 K
D. 25,000 K
E. 15,000 K


Answer: B

Physics & Space Science

You might also like to view...

Which of the following is a result of particles of antimatter colliding with particles of normal matter?

A) The formation of a large particle of normal matter B) The conversion of the mass of the particles into energy C) The formation of a large particle of antimatter D) The creation of new, more massive particles

Physics & Space Science

How does the work required to stretch a spring 2 cm compare with the work required to stretch it 1 cm?

a) same amount of work b) twice the work c) 4 times the work d) 8 times the work

Physics & Space Science

The most violent volcanic explosions are generated from

A) basaltic lava flows. B) andesitic lava flows. C) granitic lava flows. D) ocean floor lava flows.

Physics & Space Science

A profound message from all of science is that we are a part of nature

A) that stands above other life forms. B) and have the ability to conquer it. C) that is becoming more and more conscious of itself.

Physics & Space Science