Convert Sun's radius to fathom
Please provide values below to convert Sun's radius [R_s] to fathom [fath], or Convert fathom to Sun's radius.
How to Convert Sun's Radius to Fathom
1 R_s = 380413385.826772 fath
Example: convert 15 R_s to fath:
15 R_s = 15 × 380413385.826772 fath = 5706200787.40158 fath
Sun's Radius to Fathom 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.
Fathom
A fathom is a unit of length equal to 6 feet, used especially for measuring the depth of water.
History/Origin
The term "fathom" comes from the Old English word "fæthm," meaning "outstretched arms," as the distance was originally the span of a man's outstretched arms.
Current Use
The fathom is still used in nautical applications, especially in the United States, to measure water depth. It is also used in commercial fishing to measure the length of lines.