Convert Sun's radius to hand
Please provide values below to convert Sun's radius [R_s] to hand [hand], or Convert hand to Sun's radius.
How to Convert Sun's Radius to Hand
1 R_s = 6847440944.88189 hand
Example: convert 15 R_s to hand:
15 R_s = 15 × 6847440944.88189 hand = 102711614173.228 hand
Sun's Radius to Hand Conversion Table
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Sun's Radius
The Sun's radius is the distance from the center of the Sun to its surface, approximately 695,700 kilometers.
History/Origin
The size of the Sun has been measured with increasing accuracy over centuries of astronomical observation.
Current Use
The Sun's radius is a fundamental property of the Sun and is used in astrophysics to model its structure and evolution.
Hand
A hand is a unit of length equal to 4 inches.
History/Origin
The hand was originally the width of a man's hand, including the thumb. It was standardized to 4 inches for measuring the height of horses.
Current Use
The hand is still used today to measure the height of horses.