Convert kiloparsec to Earth's equatorial radius
Enter a value below to convert kiloparsec [kpc] to Earth's equatorial radius [R_e]. Reverse conversion: Convert Earth's equatorial radius to kiloparsec.
1 kpc = 4.8379e+12 R_e. To convert kiloparsec to Earth's equatorial radius, multiply the value by 4.8379e+12; to go the other way, divide by it (1 R_e = 2.0670e-13 kpc). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Kiloparsec to Earth's Equatorial Radius: Quick Reference
- 1 kpc = 4.8379e+12 R_e
- 1 R_e = 2.0670e-13 kpc
- 10 kpc = 4.8379e+13 R_e
- 100 kpc = 4.8379e+14 R_e
How to Convert Kiloparsec to Earth's Equatorial Radius
1 kpc = 4837897933644.26 R_e
Example: convert 15 kpc to R_e:
15 kpc = 15 × 4837897933644.26 R_e = 72568469004663.9 R_e
Kiloparsec to Earth's Equatorial Radius Conversion Table
| kiloparsec | Earth's equatorial radius |
|---|---|
| 1 kpc | 4.8379e+12 R_e |
| 2 kpc | 9.6758e+12 R_e |
| 3 kpc | 1.4514e+13 R_e |
| 5 kpc | 2.4189e+13 R_e |
| 10 kpc | 4.8379e+13 R_e |
| 20 kpc | 9.6758e+13 R_e |
| 50 kpc | 2.4189e+14 R_e |
| 100 kpc | 4.8379e+14 R_e |
| 500 kpc | 2.4189e+15 R_e |
| 1000 kpc | 4.8379e+15 R_e |
Kiloparsec: Definition and Use
A kiloparsec is a unit of distance used in astronomy, equal to one thousand parsecs.
History/Origin
The parsec was first proposed as a unit of distance in 1913 by British astronomer Herbert Hall Turner. The kiloparsec is a multiple of the parsec used for larger astronomical distances.
Current Use
The kiloparsec is used to measure distances to objects within and around the Milky Way galaxy.
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.
Kiloparsec to Earth's Equatorial Radius: Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 kiloparsec in Earth's equatorial radius?
1 kiloparsec (kpc) = 4.8379e+12 Earth's equatorial radius (R_e).
How do you convert kiloparsec to Earth's equatorial radius?
Multiply the kiloparsec value by 4.8379e+12. For example, 25 kpc × 4.8379e+12 = 1.2095e+14 R_e.
What is 10 kiloparsec in Earth's equatorial radius?
10 kpc = 4.8379e+13 R_e.
Which unit is larger, the kiloparsec or the Earth's equatorial radius?
The kiloparsec is the larger unit: 1 kpc = 4.8379e+12 R_e.