The magnitude scale
A)originated just after the telescope was invented.
B)can be used to indicate the apparent intensity of a celestial object.
C)was devised by Galileo.
D)is no longer used today.
E)was used to determine the rate of precession.

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The magnitude scale is a system used to measure the apparent brightness of celestial objects, with lower numbers indicating brighter objects. It was first developed by ancient Greek astronomers and has been refined over time. It is still used today in astronomy. Choices A, C, D, and E are all incorrect as they do not accurately describe the history or use of the magnitude scale.

The Magnitude Scale