Convert long reed to Earth's equatorial radius
Please provide values below to convert long reed [long reed] to Earth's equatorial radius [R_e], or Convert Earth's equatorial radius to long reed.
How to Convert Long Reed to Earth's Equatorial Radius
1 long reed = 5.01776615961683e-07 R_e
Example: convert 15 long reed to R_e:
15 long reed = 15 × 5.01776615961683e-07 R_e = 7.52664923942524e-06 R_e
Long Reed to Earth's Equatorial Radius Conversion Table
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Long Reed
The long reed is a unit of length mentioned in ancient texts, such as the Bible, and is thought to be about 10.5 feet.
History/Origin
The exact length of the long reed is uncertain and is subject to historical and scholarly debate.
Current Use
The long reed is an obsolete unit of measurement.
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.