The star Zubenelgenubi (from the Arabic for scorpions southern claw) has apparent

Chapter 10, Problem 5

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The star Zubenelgenubi (from the Arabic for scorpions southern claw) has apparent magnitude 2.75, while the star Sulafat (Arabic for tortoise) has apparent magnitude 3.2 Which star appears brighter? From this information alone, what can you conclude about the luminosities of these stars? Explain your answer.

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