The Sun emits light with a maximum wavelength of $510 \, nm$,while another star $X$ emits light with a maximum wavelength of $350 \, nm$. What is the ratio of the surface temperature of the Sun to that of star $X$?

  • A
    $2.1$
  • B
    $0.68$
  • C
    $0.46$
  • D
    $1.45$

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