Derivation of Newton's Gravitational Constant G from Stellar Observables
This document includes two independent observational derivations: 1. A simple formula for calculating Newton’s gravitational constant (G) from a star’s surface acceleration (a), radius (R), and mass (M): G ≈ a·R² / M 2. The definition of the LMa ratio, based on a star’s luminosity (L), mass (M), and acceleration (a): LMa = L / (M·a) This ratio serves as a unique physical fingerprint of a star and may have further applications. Both relations are derived using directly observable stellar quantities.
Publication Details
- Journal
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Published
- 2025-08-02
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.16729491
- Primary Topic
- History and Developments in Astronomy
- Type
- article
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- 0.00