A sphere with a radius of 1 AU is centered on the Sun. The total energy flowing through this sphere is L. What is the total energy flowing through a sphere centered on the Sun with a radius of 10 AU? (A) 1/100 L (B) 1/10 L (C) 1 L (D) 10 L (E) 100 L 1 AU 10 AU Show Answer

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