Photometry in astronomy is the study and measurement of the intensity and brightness of light from celestial objects. It involves quantifying the amount of light received from stars, galaxies, and other astronomical sources across various wavelengths, primarily in the visible spectrum, but also in ultraviolet and infrared ranges. Key aspects of photometry in astronomy include: 1. **Measurement of Brightness**: Photometry provides a way to measure the apparent magnitudes of celestial objects, which quantifies how bright they appear from Earth.
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