Convert centimeter to Earth's distance from sun
Please provide values below to convert centimeter [cm] to Earth's distance from sun [AU_dist], or Convert Earth's distance from sun to centimeter.
How to Convert Centimeter to Earth's Distance From Sun
1 cm = 6.68458712226845e-14 AU_dist
Example: convert 15 cm to AU_dist:
15 cm = 15 × 6.68458712226845e-14 AU_dist = 1.00268806834027e-12 AU_dist
Centimeter to Earth's Distance From Sun Conversion Table
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Centimeter
A centimeter is a unit of length in the metric system, equal to one-hundredth of a meter.
History/Origin
The prefix "centi-" comes from the Latin word "centum," meaning hundred. The centimeter was part of the original metric system established in France in 1795.
Current Use
The centimeter is a very common unit of measurement for everyday objects and is used in many fields, including science, engineering, and fashion.
Earth's Distance From Sun
The Earth's distance from the Sun varies throughout the year. The average distance is defined as one astronomical unit (AU), which is about 149.6 million kilometers.
History/Origin
The measurement of the Earth-Sun distance has a long history, with early estimates made by ancient Greek astronomers. Modern measurements are highly precise.
Current Use
The Earth-Sun distance is a fundamental unit in astronomy and is used to measure distances within the solar system.