The absolute magnitude M, of a star or astronomical object is defined as the apparent magnitude it would have as seen from a distance of 10 parsecs (about 32.6 light years). The absolute magnitude of the Sun is 4.83 in the V band (yellow) and 5.48 in the B band (blue).
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The Online Etymology Dictionary is an excellent source for information about the origin of English words. Bird - Etymology bird (n.1) Old English bird, rare collateral form of bridd, originally young bird, nestling (the usual Old English for bi... This page may be out of date. Save your draft before refreshing this page.