Convert dekameter to Earth's distance from sun
Please provide values below to convert dekameter [dam] to Earth's distance from sun [AU_dist], or Convert Earth's distance from sun to dekameter.
How to Convert Dekameter to Earth's Distance From Sun
1 dam = 6.68458712226845e-11 AU_dist
Example: convert 15 dam to AU_dist:
15 dam = 15 × 6.68458712226845e-11 AU_dist = 1.00268806834027e-09 AU_dist
Dekameter to Earth's Distance From Sun Conversion Table
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Dekameter
A dekameter is a unit of length in the metric system equal to 10 meters.
History/Origin
The prefix "deka-" from the Greek "deka" meaning ten, was part of the original metric system adopted in France in 1795.
Current Use
The dekameter is rarely used in practice. It is sometimes used in meteorology to measure altitude.
Earth's Distance From Sun
The Earth's distance from the Sun varies throughout the year. The average distance is defined as one astronomical unit (AU), which is about 149.6 million kilometers.
History/Origin
The measurement of the Earth-Sun distance has a long history, with early estimates made by ancient Greek astronomers. Modern measurements are highly precise.
Current Use
The Earth-Sun distance is a fundamental unit in astronomy and is used to measure distances within the solar system.