Convert hand to Earth's equatorial radius
Enter a value below to convert hand [hand] to Earth's equatorial radius [R_e]. Reverse conversion: Convert Earth's equatorial radius to hand.
1 hand = 1.59294163797e-08 R_e. To convert hand to Earth's equatorial radius, multiply the value by 1.59294163797e-08; to go the other way, divide by it (1 R_e = 62776938.9764 hand). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Hand to Earth's Equatorial Radius: Quick Reference
- 1 hand = 1.59294163797e-08 R_e
- 1 R_e = 62776938.9764 hand
- 10 hand = 1.59294163797e-07 R_e
- 100 hand = 1.59294163797e-06 R_e
How to Convert Hand to Earth's Equatorial Radius
1 hand = 1.5929416379736e-08 R_e
Example: convert 15 hand to R_e:
15 hand = 15 × 1.5929416379736e-08 R_e = 2.38941245696039e-07 R_e
Hand to Earth's Equatorial Radius Conversion Table
| hand | Earth's equatorial radius |
|---|---|
| 1 hand | 1.59294163797e-08 R_e |
| 2 hand | 3.18588327595e-08 R_e |
| 3 hand | 4.77882491392e-08 R_e |
| 5 hand | 7.96470818987e-08 R_e |
| 10 hand | 1.59294163797e-07 R_e |
| 20 hand | 3.18588327595e-07 R_e |
| 50 hand | 7.96470818987e-07 R_e |
| 100 hand | 1.59294163797e-06 R_e |
| 500 hand | 7.96470818987e-06 R_e |
| 1000 hand | 1.59294163797e-05 R_e |
Hand: Definition and Use
A hand is a unit of length equal to 4 inches.
History/Origin
The hand was originally the width of a man's hand, including the thumb. It was standardized to 4 inches for measuring the height of horses.
Current Use
The hand is still used today to measure the height of horses.
Earth's Equatorial Radius: Definition and Use
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.
Hand to Earth's Equatorial Radius: Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 hand in Earth's equatorial radius?
1 hand (hand) = 1.59294163797e-08 Earth's equatorial radius (R_e).
How do you convert hand to Earth's equatorial radius?
Multiply the hand value by 1.59294163797e-08. For example, 25 hand × 1.59294163797e-08 = 3.98235409493e-07 R_e.
What is 10 hand in Earth's equatorial radius?
10 hand = 1.59294163797e-07 R_e.
Which unit is larger, the hand or the Earth's equatorial radius?
The Earth's equatorial radius is the larger unit: 1 hand equals only 1.59294163797e-08 R_e.