Convert astronomical unit to caliber
Please provide values below to convert astronomical unit [AU, UA] to caliber [cl], or Convert caliber to astronomical unit.
How to Convert Astronomical Unit to Caliber
1 AU, UA = 588967994881890 cl
Example: convert 15 AU, UA to cl:
15 AU, UA = 15 × 588967994881890 cl = 8.83451992322835e+15 cl
Astronomical Unit to Caliber Conversion Table
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Astronomical Unit
The astronomical unit is a unit of length, now defined as exactly 149,597,870,700 meters. It is approximately the average distance between the Earth and the Sun.
History/Origin
Historically, the astronomical unit was the mean Earth-Sun distance. In 2012, the International Astronomical Union (IAU) redefined it as a fixed constant.
Current Use
The astronomical unit is used primarily for measuring distances within the Solar System or around other stars.
Caliber
Caliber is a unit of length used to describe the internal diameter of a firearm barrel, typically expressed in hundredths or thousandths of an inch.
History/Origin
The term "caliber" has been used for centuries to describe the size of cannons and firearms.
Current Use
Caliber is the standard unit for designating the bore of firearms in many countries, including the United States.