Edington luminosity
Type: Concept
As of November 2026, Edington luminosity has been mentioned in one podcast episode on Dr. Becky (Aug 2025).
The theoretical limit at which the outward pressure of radiation from a star balances the inward pull of gravity.
| Mentioned in | 1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Aug 2025 on Dr. Becky |
Who talks about Edington luminosity on podcasts?
Edington luminosity came up; the most recent mention was Aug 2025 on Dr. Becky.
- SUPERMASSIVE stars: fact or fiction? on Dr. Becky (Aug 2025)
What is Edington luminosity mentioned alongside?
Edington luminosity is most often mentioned alongside James Webb Space Telescope, R136A1 and Tarantula Nebula.
Mentioned together: James Webb Space Telescope, R136A1, Tarantula Nebula, Large Magellanic Cloud, HD15558, BAT 99-98, R136 A2