The intensity of sunlight on the upper atmosphere of the


The intensity of sunlight on the upper atmosphere of the earth is approximately 1400m^2 . The distance of the earth from the sun is 150x10^6 km.The distance of mars from the sun is 228x10^6 km. A satellite orbiting the earth has solar cell of area 100m^2 that it uses to power its instruments. If the satellite were orbiting mars, how large would its solar cell area have to be to provide the same power?

A)152m^2,

B) 231 m^2,

C)66 m^2,

D)304m^2,

E)442 m^2

Solution Preview :

Prepared by a verified Expert
Physics: The intensity of sunlight on the upper atmosphere of the
Reference No:- TGS01405919

Now Priced at $10 (50% Discount)

Recommended (97%)

Rated (4.9/5)