Convert Sun's radius to nautical mile (international)
Please provide values below to convert Sun's radius [R_s] to nautical mile (international) [NM], or Convert nautical mile (international) to Sun's radius.
How to Convert Sun's Radius to Nautical Mile (International)
1 R_s = 375647.948164147 NM
Example: convert 15 R_s to NM:
15 R_s = 15 × 375647.948164147 NM = 5634719.2224622 NM
Sun's Radius to Nautical Mile (International) 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.
Nautical Mile (International)
The international nautical mile is a unit of length used in marine and air navigation, defined as exactly 1,852 meters.
History/Origin
Historically, a nautical mile was defined as one minute of arc of latitude. The international nautical mile was defined by the First International Extraordinary Hydrographic Conference in Monaco in 1929. The United States adopted it in 1954, and the United Kingdom in 1970.
Current Use
The nautical mile is used for maritime and aviation purposes worldwide.