absolute magnitude
noun
: a measure of the intrinsic luminosity of a celestial body (such as a star) expressed as the apparent magnitude the body would have if viewed from a distance of 10 parsecs
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However, based on its absolute magnitude of 26.14, estimates suggest the asteroid measures between 50 and 115 feet (15-35 meters) across, depending on how reflective its surface is.
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Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 13 May 2026
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Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 13 May 2026
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“Absolute magnitude.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/absolute%20magnitude. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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