Convert hand to Earth's distance from sun
Please provide values below to convert hand [hand] to Earth's distance from sun [AU_dist], or Convert Earth's distance from sun to hand.
How to Convert Hand to Earth's Distance From Sun
1 hand = 6.79154051622474e-13 AU_dist
Example: convert 15 hand to AU_dist:
15 hand = 15 × 6.79154051622474e-13 AU_dist = 1.01873107743371e-11 AU_dist
Hand to Earth's Distance From Sun Conversion Table
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Hand
A hand is a unit of length equal to 4 inches.
History/Origin
The hand was originally the width of a man's hand, including the thumb. It was standardized to 4 inches for measuring the height of horses.
Current Use
The hand is still used today to measure the height of horses.
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.