Convert Earth's equatorial radius to nautical league (UK)
Please provide values below to convert Earth's equatorial radius [R_e] to nautical league (UK) [NL (UK)], or Convert nautical league (UK) to Earth's equatorial radius.
How to Convert Earth's Equatorial Radius to Nautical League (Uk)
1 R_e = 1147.23938187825 NL (UK)
Example: convert 15 R_e to NL (UK):
15 R_e = 15 × 1147.23938187825 NL (UK) = 17208.5907281738 NL (UK)
Earth's Equatorial Radius to Nautical League (Uk) Conversion Table
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Earth's Equatorial Radius
The Earth's equatorial radius is the distance from the center of the Earth to the equator, approximately 6,378.1 kilometers.
History/Origin
The size and shape of the Earth have been a subject of study since ancient times. Modern measurements are made using satellite geodesy.
Current Use
The Earth's equatorial radius is a fundamental parameter in geodesy, geophysics, and astronomy. It is used in cartography and for defining the shape of the Earth.
Nautical League (Uk)
A nautical league was a unit of length in the UK, equal to three nautical miles.
History/Origin
The nautical league was based on the nautical mile, which was historically defined as one minute of arc of a great circle of the Earth. The UK adopted the international nautical mile in 1970.
Current Use
The nautical league is now an obsolete unit.