Convert Earth's polar radius to handbreadth
Please provide values below to convert Earth's polar radius [R_p] to handbreadth [handbreadth], or Convert handbreadth to Earth's polar radius.
1 R_p = 83421946.1942 handbreadth. To convert Earth's polar radius to handbreadth, multiply the value by 83421946.1942; to go the other way, divide by it (1 handbreadth = 1.19872533023e-08 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 = 83421946.1942 handbreadth
- 1 handbreadth = 1.19872533023e-08 R_p
- 10 R_p = 834219461.942 handbreadth
- 100 R_p = 8342194619.42 handbreadth
How to Convert Earth's Polar Radius to Handbreadth
1 R_p = 83421946.1942257 handbreadth
Example: convert 15 R_p to handbreadth:
15 R_p = 15 × 83421946.1942257 handbreadth = 1251329192.91339 handbreadth
Earth's Polar Radius to Handbreadth Conversion Table
| Earth's polar radius | handbreadth |
|---|---|
| 1 R_p | 83421946.1942 handbreadth |
| 2 R_p | 166843892.388 handbreadth |
| 3 R_p | 250265838.583 handbreadth |
| 5 R_p | 417109730.971 handbreadth |
| 10 R_p | 834219461.942 handbreadth |
| 20 R_p | 1668438923.88 handbreadth |
| 50 R_p | 4171097309.71 handbreadth |
| 100 R_p | 8342194619.42 handbreadth |
| 500 R_p | 41710973097.1 handbreadth |
| 1000 R_p | 83421946194.2 handbreadth |
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.
Handbreadth
A handbreadth is an ancient unit of length, based on the width of the hand at the knuckles, excluding the thumb. It is typically about 3 inches.
History/Origin
The handbreadth has been used as a unit of measurement in many cultures throughout history.
Current Use
The handbreadth is an obsolete unit of measurement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 Earth's polar radius in handbreadth?
1 Earth's polar radius (R_p) = 83421946.1942 handbreadth (handbreadth).
How do you convert Earth's polar radius to handbreadth?
Multiply the Earth's polar radius value by 83421946.1942. For example, 25 R_p × 83421946.1942 = 2085548654.86 handbreadth.
What is 10 Earth's polar radius in handbreadth?
10 R_p = 834219461.942 handbreadth.
Which unit is larger, the Earth's polar radius or the handbreadth?
The Earth's polar radius is the larger unit: 1 R_p = 83421946.1942 handbreadth.