Convert Earth's polar radius to fathom
Please provide values below to convert Earth's polar radius [R_p] to fathom [fath], or Convert fathom to Earth's polar radius.
1 R_p = 3475914.42476 fath. To convert Earth's polar radius to fathom, multiply the value by 3475914.42476; to go the other way, divide by it (1 fath = 2.87694079255e-07 R_p). 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_p = 3475914.42476 fath
- 1 fath = 2.87694079255e-07 R_p
- 10 R_p = 34759144.2476 fath
- 100 R_p = 347591442.476 fath
How to Convert Earth's Polar Radius to Fathom
1 R_p = 3475914.42475941 fath
Example: convert 15 R_p to fath:
15 R_p = 15 × 3475914.42475941 fath = 52138716.3713911 fath
Earth's Polar Radius to Fathom Conversion Table
| Earth's polar radius | fathom |
|---|---|
| 1 R_p | 3475914.42476 fath |
| 2 R_p | 6951828.84952 fath |
| 3 R_p | 10427743.2743 fath |
| 5 R_p | 17379572.1238 fath |
| 10 R_p | 34759144.2476 fath |
| 20 R_p | 69518288.4952 fath |
| 50 R_p | 173795721.238 fath |
| 100 R_p | 347591442.476 fath |
| 500 R_p | 1737957212.38 fath |
| 1000 R_p | 3475914424.76 fath |
Earth's Polar Radius
The Earth's polar radius is the distance from the center of the Earth to the North or South Pole, approximately 6,356.8 kilometers.
History/Origin
The fact that the Earth is an oblate spheroid, flattened at the poles, has been known since the 18th century. Modern measurements are made with high precision.
Current Use
The Earth's polar radius is a key parameter in geodesy and is used to define the Earth's shape and gravitational field.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 Earth's polar radius in fathom?
1 Earth's polar radius (R_p) = 3475914.42476 fathom (fath).
How do you convert Earth's polar radius to fathom?
Multiply the Earth's polar radius value by 3475914.42476. For example, 25 R_p × 3475914.42476 = 86897860.619 fath.
What is 10 Earth's polar radius in fathom?
10 R_p = 34759144.2476 fath.
Which unit is larger, the Earth's polar radius or the fathom?
The Earth's polar radius is the larger unit: 1 R_p = 3475914.42476 fath.