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The discussion poses two scientific questions: first, it seeks to estimate the number of photons entering the eye of an observer from a star of first apparent visual magnitude, given a flux of 10^-6 lumens/m². It also inquires why stars flicker while planets do not. The second question involves calculating the number of carbon atoms released when burning petrol (octane) and natural gas (methane) to produce one joule of energy, noting that 1 kg of petrol generates about 44 x 10^6 joules and natural gas about 55 x 10^6 joules. The discussion aims to determine the ratio of carbon emissions from both fuels and evaluate which is more environmentally friendly. Overall, the thread seeks detailed scientific insights into both astronomical and environmental topics.
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1: Stars are known to flicker.Estimate the number of photons entering the eye of an observer when he looks at the star of first apparent visual magnitude.Such a star produces flux on the surface of the Earth of 10(exp)-6
lumens/m(exp)2. One lumen is 0.00a6 watts.Why do stars flicker ?not the plannets.

2:Calculate the number of carbon atoms released on burning petrol (octane) and natural gas (methane) to produce the same amount of energy of one joule.1 kg of petrol produces about 44 x 10(exp)6 of energy wheras 1 kg of natural gas would release 55 x 10(exp)6 Joules.What is the ratio?From the point of view of preserving environment,which is better to use?
 
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