luminosity

What are the Units of Luminosity?

In the International System of Units (SI), luminosity is measured in watts (W). However, in astronomy, it is common to express luminosity in terms of the solar luminosity (L☉), where 1 L☉ is approximately 3.828 x 1026 watts.

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