Sun intercepted by the planet mercury


What fraction of the power radiated by the sun is intercepted by the planet Mercury? The radius of Mercury is 2.44 x 106 m, and its distance from the sun at the moment is 5.75 x 1010 m. Assume that the sun radiates uniformly in all directions.

Request for Solution File

Ask an Expert for Answer!!
Physics: Sun intercepted by the planet mercury
Reference No:- TGS0125517

Expected delivery within 24 Hours