Convert astronomical unit to long reed
Please provide values below to convert astronomical unit [AU, UA] to long reed [long reed], or Convert long reed to astronomical unit.
How to Convert Astronomical Unit to Long Reed
1 AU, UA = 46743491657.2928 long reed
Example: convert 15 AU, UA to long reed:
15 AU, UA = 15 × 46743491657.2928 long reed = 701152374859.393 long reed
Astronomical Unit to Long Reed Conversion Table
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Astronomical Unit
The astronomical unit is a unit of length, now defined as exactly 149,597,870,700 meters. It is approximately the average distance between the Earth and the Sun.
History/Origin
Historically, the astronomical unit was the mean Earth-Sun distance. In 2012, the International Astronomical Union (IAU) redefined it as a fixed constant.
Current Use
The astronomical unit is used primarily for measuring distances within the Solar System or around other stars.
Long Reed
The long reed is a unit of length mentioned in ancient texts, such as the Bible, and is thought to be about 10.5 feet.
History/Origin
The exact length of the long reed is uncertain and is subject to historical and scholarly debate.
Current Use
The long reed is an obsolete unit of measurement.