Convert mil to Earth's distance from sun
Please provide values below to convert mil [mil, thou] to Earth's distance from sun [AU_dist], or Convert Earth's distance from sun to mil.
How to Convert Mil to Earth's Distance From Sun
1 mil, thou = 1.69788512905619e-16 AU_dist
Example: convert 15 mil, thou to AU_dist:
15 mil, thou = 15 × 1.69788512905619e-16 AU_dist = 2.54682769358428e-15 AU_dist
Mil to Earth's Distance From Sun Conversion Table
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Mil
A mil, also known as a thou, is a unit of length equal to one-thousandth of an inch.
History/Origin
The mil was introduced in the 19th century as a convenient unit for fine measurements in engineering and manufacturing.
Current Use
The mil is still used in some manufacturing and engineering contexts, particularly in the United States, for specifying the thickness of materials like paper and wire.
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.