Convert gon to circle
Please provide values below to convert gon [gon] to circle [None], or Convert circle to gon.
How to Convert Gon to Circle
1 gon = 0.0025 None
Example: convert 15 gon to None:
15 gon = 15 × 0.0025 None = 0.0375 None
Gon to Circle Conversion Table
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Gon
A gon, also known as a grad, is a unit of angular measurement equal to 1/400 of a full circle, used primarily in surveying and engineering.
History/Origin
The gon was introduced in France during the 19th century as part of the metric system to provide a more decimal-friendly division of angles, replacing traditional units like degrees and radians in certain applications.
Current Use
Gons are mainly used in surveying, cartography, and some engineering fields, especially in countries that adopted the metric system, for precise angle measurements and calculations.
Circle
A circle is a geometric shape consisting of all points in a plane that are equidistant from a fixed center point.
History/Origin
The concept of the circle dates back to ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians and Greeks, who studied its properties and used it in astronomy, architecture, and mathematics. The Greek mathematician Euclid formalized many properties of the circle in his works.
Current Use
In the context of angle measurement, a circle is used as the basis for defining degrees, with 360 degrees representing a full rotation. It is fundamental in fields like geometry, engineering, and navigation for measuring angles and designing circular objects.