Convert Earth's equatorial radius to mile (Roman)
Please provide values below to convert Earth's equatorial radius [R_e] to mile (Roman) [mi (Roman)], or Convert mile (Roman) to Earth's equatorial radius.
How to Convert Earth's Equatorial Radius to Mile (Roman)
1 R_e = 4310.1228270771 mi (Roman)
Example: convert 15 R_e to mi (Roman):
15 R_e = 15 × 4310.1228270771 mi (Roman) = 64651.8424061565 mi (Roman)
Earth's Equatorial Radius to Mile (Roman) Conversion Table
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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.
Mile (Roman)
The Roman mile (mille passus) consisted of 1,000 paces, which was about 1,480 meters.
History/Origin
The Roman mile was established by the Roman military and was used throughout the Roman Empire. A pace was considered to be two steps.
Current Use
The Roman mile is an obsolete unit of measurement.