Convert Sun's radius to handbreadth
Please provide values below to convert Sun's radius [R_s] to handbreadth [handbreadth], or Convert handbreadth to Sun's radius.
How to Convert Sun's Radius to Handbreadth
1 R_s = 9129921259.84252 handbreadth
Example: convert 15 R_s to handbreadth:
15 R_s = 15 × 9129921259.84252 handbreadth = 136948818897.638 handbreadth
Sun's Radius to Handbreadth 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.
Handbreadth
A handbreadth is an ancient unit of length, based on the width of the hand at the knuckles, excluding the thumb. It is typically about 3 inches.
History/Origin
The handbreadth has been used as a unit of measurement in many cultures throughout history.
Current Use
The handbreadth is an obsolete unit of measurement.