Convert megaparsec to Earth's distance from sun
Please provide values below to convert megaparsec [Mpc] to Earth's distance from sun [AU_dist], or Convert Earth's distance from sun to megaparsec.
How to Convert Megaparsec to Earth's Distance From Sun
1 Mpc = 206264806232.967 AU_dist
Example: convert 15 Mpc to AU_dist:
15 Mpc = 15 × 206264806232.967 AU_dist = 3093972093494.51 AU_dist
Megaparsec to Earth's Distance From Sun Conversion Table
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Megaparsec
A megaparsec is a unit of distance used in astronomy, equal to one million parsecs.
History/Origin
The parsec was first coined by British astronomer Herbert Hall Turner in 1913. The megaparsec came into use as astronomical distance measurements extended to other galaxies.
Current Use
The megaparsec is used to measure the distances between neighboring galaxies and galaxy clusters.
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.