What is absolute magnitude?(1 point)

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Absolute magnitude is a measure of the intrinsic brightness of a celestial object, such as a star or a galaxy. It represents the apparent magnitude that the object would have if it were located at a standard distance of 10 parsecs (32.6 light-years) from the observer. The absolute magnitude allows astronomers to compare the true brightness of objects, independent of their distance from Earth.
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