Convert rod to gigameter
Please provide values below to convert rod [rd] to gigameter [Gm], or Convert gigameter to rod.
How to Convert Rod to Gigameter
1 rd = 5.0292e-09 Gm
Example: convert 15 rd to Gm:
15 rd = 15 × 5.0292e-09 Gm = 7.5438e-08 Gm
Rod to Gigameter Conversion Table
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Rod
A rod, also known as a perch or pole, is a unit of length equal to 16.5 feet, or 5.5 yards.
History/Origin
The rod has been used as a unit of measurement in England since at least the 13th century. It was a convenient length for measuring land.
Current Use
The rod is now an archaic unit of measurement, though it may still be encountered in old land deeds.
Gigameter
A gigameter is a unit of length in the metric system equal to 10^9 meters.
History/Origin
The prefix "giga-" for 10^9 was adopted by the CGPM (General Conference on Weights and Measures) in 1960.
Current Use
The gigameter is used for measuring interplanetary distances, for example, the distance between Earth and Mars.