Convert Sun's mass to quarter (US)
Please provide values below to convert Sun's mass [M_sun] to quarter (US) [qr (US)], or Convert quarter (US) to Sun's mass.
How to Convert Sun's Mass to Quarter (Us)
1 M_sun = 1.75399775794289e+29 qr (US)
Example: convert 15 M_sun to qr (US):
15 M_sun = 15 × 1.75399775794289e+29 qr (US) = 2.63099663691433e+30 qr (US)
Sun's Mass to Quarter (Us) Conversion Table
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Sun's Mass
The Sun's mass (M_sun) is a standard unit of mass used in astronomy to express the mass of other stars and celestial objects, approximately equal to 1.989 × 10^30 kilograms.
History/Origin
The concept of using the Sun's mass as a unit originated in the early 20th century as astronomers sought a convenient standard for stellar masses. It became widely adopted in astrophysics for its practicality and ease of comparison.
Current Use
Today, M_sun is commonly used in astrophysics and astronomy to describe the mass of stars, planets, and other celestial bodies, facilitating standardized communication and calculations within the scientific community.
Quarter (Us)
A quarter (US) is a unit of weight equal to one-fourth of a pound, commonly used in measuring precious metals and other small quantities.
History/Origin
The quarter originated from the traditional British weight system and was adopted in the United States as a subdivision of the pound. It has historically been used in commerce and trade for precise measurements.
Current Use
Today, the quarter is primarily used in the United States for measuring precious metals, jewelry, and small quantities of certain commodities. It is part of the customary units in the 'Weight and Mass' category within common converters.