Convert Earth's distance from sun to chain
Please provide values below to convert Earth's distance from sun [AU_dist] to chain [ch], or Convert chain to Earth's distance from sun.
How to Convert Earth's Distance From Sun to Chain
1 AU_dist = 7436464581.84204 ch
Example: convert 15 AU_dist to ch:
15 AU_dist = 15 × 7436464581.84204 ch = 111546968727.631 ch
Earth's Distance From Sun to Chain Conversion Table
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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.
Chain
A chain is a unit of length equal to 66 feet, or 22 yards.
History/Origin
The chain was developed by English surveyor Edmund Gunter in the early 17th century. It was designed to be a convenient length for surveying land.
Current Use
The chain is still used in some surveying applications and is the length of a cricket pitch.