Convert pica to Earth's distance from sun
Please provide values below to convert pica [pica] to Earth's distance from sun [AU_dist], or Convert Earth's distance from sun to pica.
How to Convert Pica to Earth's Distance From Sun
1 pica = 2.82980852614502e-14 AU_dist
Example: convert 15 pica to AU_dist:
15 pica = 15 × 2.82980852614502e-14 AU_dist = 4.24471278921753e-13 AU_dist
Pica to Earth's Distance From Sun Conversion Table
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Pica
A pica is a unit of typographical measurement equal to 1/6 of an inch.
History/Origin
The pica originated around the mid-18th century. It is a fundamental unit in the point system of typography.
Current Use
The pica is still used in graphic design and printing to measure the width of lines of type and the dimensions of pages.
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.