Convert Earth's polar radius to furlong
Please provide values below to convert Earth's polar radius [R_p] to furlong [fur], or Convert furlong to Earth's polar radius.
1 R_p = 31599.2220433 fur. To convert Earth's polar radius to furlong, multiply the value by 31599.2220433; to go the other way, divide by it (1 fur = 3.1646348718e-05 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 = 31599.2220433 fur
- 1 fur = 3.1646348718e-05 R_p
- 10 R_p = 315992.220433 fur
- 100 R_p = 3159922.20433 fur
How to Convert Earth's Polar Radius to Furlong
1 R_p = 31599.2220432673 fur
Example: convert 15 R_p to fur:
15 R_p = 15 × 31599.2220432673 fur = 473988.33064901 fur
Earth's Polar Radius to Furlong Conversion Table
| Earth's polar radius | furlong |
|---|---|
| 1 R_p | 31599.2220433 fur |
| 2 R_p | 63198.4440865 fur |
| 3 R_p | 94797.6661298 fur |
| 5 R_p | 157996.110216 fur |
| 10 R_p | 315992.220433 fur |
| 20 R_p | 631984.440865 fur |
| 50 R_p | 1579961.10216 fur |
| 100 R_p | 3159922.20433 fur |
| 500 R_p | 15799611.0216 fur |
| 1000 R_p | 31599222.0433 fur |
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.
Furlong
A furlong is a unit of length in the imperial and US customary systems, equal to one-eighth of a mile, 220 yards, or 660 feet.
History/Origin
The name "furlong" derives from the Old English words "furh" (furrow) and "lang" (long), originally referring to the length of a furrow in one acre of a ploughed open field.
Current Use
Today, the furlong is primarily used in horse racing to state the length of races.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 Earth's polar radius in furlong?
1 Earth's polar radius (R_p) = 31599.2220433 furlong (fur).
How do you convert Earth's polar radius to furlong?
Multiply the Earth's polar radius value by 31599.2220433. For example, 25 R_p × 31599.2220433 = 789980.551082 fur.
What is 10 Earth's polar radius in furlong?
10 R_p = 315992.220433 fur.
Which unit is larger, the Earth's polar radius or the furlong?
The Earth's polar radius is the larger unit: 1 R_p = 31599.2220433 fur.