Question

critical thinking

1. apply concepts. which star is brighter: one with a magnitude of 6.3 or one with a magnitude of - 1.4?

Explanation:

Step1: Recall magnitude - brightness relationship

The lower the star - magnitude value, the brighter the star.

Step2: Compare the magnitudes

We have magnitudes 6.3 and - 1.4. Since - 1.4 < 6.3.

Answer:

The star with a magnitude of - 1.4 is brighter.