Convert fingerbreadth to Earth's distance from sun
Please provide values below to convert fingerbreadth [fingerbreadth] to Earth's distance from sun [AU_dist], or Convert Earth's distance from sun to fingerbreadth.
How to Convert Fingerbreadth to Earth's Distance From Sun
1 fingerbreadth = 1.27341384679214e-13 AU_dist
Example: convert 15 fingerbreadth to AU_dist:
15 fingerbreadth = 15 × 1.27341384679214e-13 AU_dist = 1.91012077018821e-12 AU_dist
Fingerbreadth to Earth's Distance From Sun Conversion Table
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Fingerbreadth
A fingerbreadth is an ancient unit of length, based on the width of a finger, approximately 3/4 of an inch.
History/Origin
The fingerbreadth was a common unit of measurement in many ancient cultures.
Current Use
The fingerbreadth is an obsolete unit of measurement.
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.