Convert cubit (Greek) to Earth's equatorial radius
Please provide values below to convert cubit (Greek) [cubit (Greek)] to Earth's equatorial radius [R_e], or Convert Earth's equatorial radius to cubit (Greek).
How to Convert Cubit (Greek) to Earth's Equatorial Radius
1 cubit (Greek) = 7.25584916096973e-08 R_e
Example: convert 15 cubit (Greek) to R_e:
15 cubit (Greek) = 15 Γ 7.25584916096973e-08 R_e = 1.08837737414546e-06 R_e
Cubit (Greek) to Earth's Equatorial Radius Conversion Table
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Cubit (Greek)
The Greek cubit, or pechys, was a unit of length approximately 46 centimeters.
History/Origin
The cubit was a common unit of length in ancient Greece, used in architecture and for measuring everyday objects.
Current Use
The Greek cubit is an obsolete unit of measurement.
Earth's Equatorial Radius
The Earth's equatorial radius is the distance from the center of the Earth to the equator, approximately 6,378.1 kilometers.
History/Origin
The size and shape of the Earth have been a subject of study since ancient times. Modern measurements are made using satellite geodesy.
Current Use
The Earth's equatorial radius is a fundamental parameter in geodesy, geophysics, and astronomy. It is used in cartography and for defining the shape of the Earth.