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Inverse-Square Law Calculator

Compute illuminance E = I / d² from luminous intensity and distance.

Input Data

Input Luminous intensity I.
cd
Input Distance d.
m

Results

250lx
E = I / d².

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Formula

E = I / d².

How to Use

  1. Enter luminous intensity (cd) and distance (m).
  2. It returns illuminance (lx).

Case Studies

I=1000 cd, d=2 m → E=250 lx

E = 1000/4 = 250 lx.

FAQ

Why falls with d²?

Flux spreads over a sphere of area ∝ d², so E ∝ 1/d².

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References

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