Convert Sun's radius to centimeter
Please provide values below to convert Sun's radius [R_s] to centimeter [cm], or Convert centimeter to Sun's radius.
How to Convert Sun's Radius to Centimeter
1 R_s = 69570000000 cm
Example: convert 15 R_s to cm:
15 R_s = 15 × 69570000000 cm = 1043550000000 cm
Sun's Radius to Centimeter 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.
Centimeter
A centimeter is a unit of length in the metric system, equal to one-hundredth of a meter.
History/Origin
The prefix "centi-" comes from the Latin word "centum," meaning hundred. The centimeter was part of the original metric system established in France in 1795.
Current Use
The centimeter is a very common unit of measurement for everyday objects and is used in many fields, including science, engineering, and fashion.