Convert pica to gigameter
Please provide values below to convert pica [pica] to gigameter [Gm], or Convert gigameter to pica.
How to Convert Pica to Gigameter
1 pica = 4.2333333e-12 Gm
Example: convert 15 pica to Gm:
15 pica = 15 × 4.2333333e-12 Gm = 6.34999995e-11 Gm
Pica to Gigameter Conversion Table
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Pica
A pica is a unit of typographical measurement equal to 1/6 of an inch.
History/Origin
The pica originated around the mid-18th century. It is a fundamental unit in the point system of typography.
Current Use
The pica is still used in graphic design and printing to measure the width of lines of type and the dimensions of pages.
Gigameter
A gigameter is a unit of length in the metric system equal to 10^9 meters.
History/Origin
The prefix "giga-" for 10^9 was adopted by the CGPM (General Conference on Weights and Measures) in 1960.
Current Use
The gigameter is used for measuring interplanetary distances, for example, the distance between Earth and Mars.