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Compare the Sun with two other stars. Create a table comparing luminosity, distance from Earth, temperature, and mass. Based on this information state whether you think the comparison star is older, younger, or about the same ages as the Sun.

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The expert compares the sun and stars.

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Sun Sirius A Arcturus
Luminosity 1 L☼ =3.827×1026 W 25.4 L☼ 110 L☼
Distance from Earth (m) 1.496×1011 m 2.64 ...

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