Convert Earth's equatorial radius to dekameter
Please provide values below to convert Earth's equatorial radius [R_e] to dekameter [dam], or Convert dekameter to Earth's equatorial radius.
1 R_e = 637813.7 dam. To convert Earth's equatorial radius to dekameter, multiply the value by 637813.7; to go the other way, divide by it (1 dam = 1.56785594289e-06 R_e). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 R_e = 637813.7 dam
- 1 dam = 1.56785594289e-06 R_e
- 10 R_e = 6378137 dam
- 100 R_e = 63781370 dam
How to Convert Earth's Equatorial Radius to Dekameter
1 R_e = 637813.7 dam
Example: convert 15 R_e to dam:
15 R_e = 15 × 637813.7 dam = 9567205.5 dam
Earth's Equatorial Radius to Dekameter Conversion Table
| Earth's equatorial radius | dekameter |
|---|---|
| 1 R_e | 637813.7 dam |
| 2 R_e | 1275627.4 dam |
| 3 R_e | 1913441.1 dam |
| 5 R_e | 3189068.5 dam |
| 10 R_e | 6378137 dam |
| 20 R_e | 12756274 dam |
| 50 R_e | 31890685 dam |
| 100 R_e | 63781370 dam |
| 500 R_e | 318906850 dam |
| 1000 R_e | 637813700 dam |
Earth's Equatorial Radius
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.
Dekameter
A dekameter is a unit of length in the metric system equal to 10 meters.
History/Origin
The prefix "deka-" from the Greek "deka" meaning ten, was part of the original metric system adopted in France in 1795.
Current Use
The dekameter is rarely used in practice. It is sometimes used in meteorology to measure altitude.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 Earth's equatorial radius in dekameter?
1 Earth's equatorial radius (R_e) = 637813.7 dekameter (dam).
How do you convert Earth's equatorial radius to dekameter?
Multiply the Earth's equatorial radius value by 637813.7. For example, 25 R_e × 637813.7 = 15945342.5 dam.
What is 10 Earth's equatorial radius in dekameter?
10 R_e = 6378137 dam.
Which unit is larger, the Earth's equatorial radius or the dekameter?
The Earth's equatorial radius is the larger unit: 1 R_e = 637813.7 dam.