Convert pole to Earth's equatorial radius
Please provide values below to convert pole [pole] to Earth's equatorial radius [R_e], or Convert Earth's equatorial radius to pole.
How to Convert Pole to Earth's Equatorial Radius
1 pole = 7.8850611079693e-07 R_e
Example: convert 15 pole to R_e:
15 pole = 15 × 7.8850611079693e-07 R_e = 1.1827591661954e-05 R_e
Pole to Earth's Equatorial Radius Conversion Table
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Pole
A pole is a unit of length equal to a rod or perch, which is 16.5 feet.
History/Origin
The term "pole" as a unit of length originated from the use of a physical pole of a certain length for measuring land.
Current Use
The pole is an archaic 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.