An Introduction to Modern Astrophysics · Problem 21.10

The Milky Way Galaxy — Carroll & Ostlie

Physics — Astrophysics · neptune-blackbody-temperature

Problem

Estimate the blackbody temperature of Neptune, taking into consideration that one-half of all the energy radiated by the planet is due to internal energy sources. Compare your answer with the measured value of 59.3±1.059.3 \pm 1.0 K.

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