Convert Earth's equatorial radius to fingerbreadth
Please provide values below to convert Earth's equatorial radius [R_e] to fingerbreadth [fingerbreadth], or Convert fingerbreadth to Earth's equatorial radius.
How to Convert Earth's Equatorial Radius to Fingerbreadth
1 R_e = 334810341.207349 fingerbreadth
Example: convert 15 R_e to fingerbreadth:
15 R_e = 15 × 334810341.207349 fingerbreadth = 5022155118.11024 fingerbreadth
Earth's Equatorial Radius to Fingerbreadth Conversion Table
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Earth's Equatorial Radius
The Earth's equatorial radius is the distance from the center of the Earth to the equator, approximately 6,378.1 kilometers.
History/Origin
The size and shape of the Earth have been a subject of study since ancient times. Modern measurements are made using satellite geodesy.
Current Use
The Earth's equatorial radius is a fundamental parameter in geodesy, geophysics, and astronomy. It is used in cartography and for defining the shape of the Earth.
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.