Convert Sun's radius to micrometer
Please provide values below to convert Sun's radius [R_s] to micrometer [µm], or Convert micrometer to Sun's radius.
How to Convert Sun's Radius to Micrometer
1 R_s = 695700000000000 µm
Example: convert 15 R_s to µm:
15 R_s = 15 × 695700000000000 µm = 1.04355e+16 µm
Sun's Radius to Micrometer 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.
Micrometer
A micrometer, also known as a micron, is a unit of length equal to one-millionth of a meter.
History/Origin
The term "micron" and the symbol µ were officially declared obsolete by the General Conference on Weights and Measures (CGPM) in 1967, and "micrometer" became the official term.
Current Use
The micrometer is a common unit for measuring the wavelength of infrared radiation, as well as the size of biological cells and bacteria. It is also widely used in technology and engineering.