How to calculate light intensity?

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To calculate the light intensity of Mercury, the average distance from the Sun is 0.39 AU. Using the formula (1/(d^2)), the relative light intensity compared to Earth is determined to be 6.57. To convert this to watts per square meter (w/(m^2)), additional information is needed, such as the solar constant or the total power emitted by the Sun. This data is essential for accurate calculations. Understanding these parameters is crucial for determining the specific light intensity on Mercury.
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I am calculating the light intensity of Mercury.
I was given the average distance from the Sun in AU's which is 0.39.
Using the formula (1/(d^2)), I solved for the light intensity relative to Earth which I found to be 6.57.
I need to find the light intensity in (w/(m^2))
 
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You will need some additional input, like the intensity at 1 AU ("solar constant"), or the total power of light emitted by the sun, or something similar.
 
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