Convert Earth's distance from sun to ell
Please provide values below to convert Earth's distance from sun [AU_dist] to ell [ell], or Convert ell to Earth's distance from sun.
How to Convert Earth's Distance From Sun to Ell
1 AU_dist = 130881776640.42 ell
Example: convert 15 AU_dist to ell:
15 AU_dist = 15 × 130881776640.42 ell = 1963226649606.3 ell
Earth's Distance From Sun to Ell Conversion Table
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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.
Ell
The ell is an obsolete unit of length, originally used for measuring cloth. Its length varied in different countries, but it was generally around 45 inches.
History/Origin
The word "ell" is derived from the Latin "ulna," meaning "forearm," as the unit was originally based on the length of the forearm.
Current Use
The ell is no longer in use.