Convert decimeter to Earth's distance from sun
Please provide values below to convert decimeter [dm] to Earth's distance from sun [AU_dist], or Convert Earth's distance from sun to decimeter.
How to Convert Decimeter to Earth's Distance From Sun
1 dm = 6.68458712226845e-13 AU_dist
Example: convert 15 dm to AU_dist:
15 dm = 15 × 6.68458712226845e-13 AU_dist = 1.00268806834027e-11 AU_dist
Decimeter to Earth's Distance From Sun Conversion Table
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Decimeter
A decimeter is a unit of length in the metric system, equal to one-tenth of a meter.
History/Origin
The prefix "deci-" comes from the Latin word "decimus," meaning tenth. The decimeter was part of the original metric system adopted in France in 1795.
Current Use
The decimeter is not as commonly used in everyday life as other metric units like the centimeter or meter, but it is sometimes used in technical and scientific contexts.
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.