Convert Sun's radius to rod
Please provide values below to convert Sun's radius [R_s] to rod [rd], or Convert rod to Sun's radius.
How to Convert Sun's Radius to Rod
1 R_s = 138332140.300644 rd
Example: convert 15 R_s to rd:
15 R_s = 15 × 138332140.300644 rd = 2074982104.50966 rd
Sun's Radius to Rod 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.
Rod
A rod, also known as a perch or pole, is a unit of length equal to 16.5 feet, or 5.5 yards.
History/Origin
The rod has been used as a unit of measurement in England since at least the 13th century. It was a convenient length for measuring land.
Current Use
The rod is now an archaic unit of measurement, though it may still be encountered in old land deeds.