Convert Earth's distance from sun to micron
Please provide values below to convert Earth's distance from sun [AU_dist] to micron [µ], or Convert micron to Earth's distance from sun.
How to Convert Earth's Distance From Sun to Micron
1 AU_dist = 1.495978707e+17 µ
Example: convert 15 AU_dist to µ:
15 AU_dist = 15 × 1.495978707e+17 µ = 2.2439680605e+18 µ
Earth's Distance From Sun to Micron Conversion Table
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Earth's Distance From Sun
The Earth's distance from the Sun varies throughout the year. The average distance is defined as one astronomical unit (AU), which is about 149.6 million kilometers.
History/Origin
The measurement of the Earth-Sun distance has a long history, with early estimates made by ancient Greek astronomers. Modern measurements are highly precise.
Current Use
The Earth-Sun distance is a fundamental unit in astronomy and is used to measure distances within the solar system.
Micron
A micron is a non-SI name for micrometer (µm), which 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 are now discouraged.
Current Use
While the term micrometer is the officially recognized term, "micron" is still used in some industries and in casual speech.