Answer to Question #212908 in Astronomy | Astrophysics for Born To Run

Question

The spectrum of Star A peaks at 700 nm. The spectrum of Star B peaks at 470 nm. We no nothing about what stage of stellar evolution either of these stars are in. Which of the following are true?

1.Star A has a higher luminosity than Star B.

2.Star B has a higher luminosity than Star A.

3.Star A is cooler than Star B.

4.Not enough information to comment on their luminosities.

5.Star B has a higher luminosity AND is hotter than Star A.

6.Star A is cooler, BUT there is not enough information to comment on their luminosities.

Answer 1

6.Star A is cooler, BUT there is not enough information to comment on their luminosities.