Convert league to Earth's distance from sun
Please provide values below to convert league [lea] to Earth's distance from sun [AU_dist], or Convert Earth's distance from sun to league.
How to Convert League to Earth's Distance From Sun
1 lea = 3.22734005331e-08 AU_dist
Example: convert 15 lea to AU_dist:
15 lea = 15 × 3.22734005331e-08 AU_dist = 4.841010079965e-07 AU_dist
League to Earth's Distance From Sun Conversion Table
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League
A league is a unit of length that was common in Europe and Latin America, but is no longer an official unit in any nation. It was the distance a person could walk in an hour.
History/Origin
The league varied in length from country to country and even within the same country over time. The most common definition was three miles.
Current Use
The league is no longer in common use but is found in historical texts and literature.
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.