Convert gigameter to Earth's polar radius
Please provide values below to convert gigameter [Gm] to Earth's polar radius [R_p], or Convert Earth's polar radius to gigameter.
1 Gm = 157.313035463 R_p. To convert gigameter to Earth's polar radius, multiply the value by 157.313035463; to go the other way, divide by it (1 R_p = 0.0063567523 Gm). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 Gm = 157.313035463 R_p
- 1 R_p = 0.0063567523 Gm
- 10 Gm = 1573.13035463 R_p
- 100 Gm = 15731.3035463 R_p
How to Convert Gigameter to Earth's Polar Radius
1 Gm = 157.313035463093 R_p
Example: convert 15 Gm to R_p:
15 Gm = 15 × 157.313035463093 R_p = 2359.6955319464 R_p
Gigameter to Earth's Polar Radius Conversion Table
| gigameter | Earth's polar radius |
|---|---|
| 1 Gm | 157.313035463 R_p |
| 2 Gm | 314.626070926 R_p |
| 3 Gm | 471.939106389 R_p |
| 5 Gm | 786.565177315 R_p |
| 10 Gm | 1573.13035463 R_p |
| 20 Gm | 3146.26070926 R_p |
| 50 Gm | 7865.65177315 R_p |
| 100 Gm | 15731.3035463 R_p |
| 500 Gm | 78656.5177315 R_p |
| 1000 Gm | 157313.035463 R_p |
Gigameter
A gigameter is a unit of length in the metric system equal to 10^9 meters.
History/Origin
The prefix "giga-" for 10^9 was adopted by the CGPM (General Conference on Weights and Measures) in 1960.
Current Use
The gigameter is used for measuring interplanetary distances, for example, the distance between Earth and Mars.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 gigameter in Earth's polar radius?
1 gigameter (Gm) = 157.313035463 Earth's polar radius (R_p).
How do you convert gigameter to Earth's polar radius?
Multiply the gigameter value by 157.313035463. For example, 25 Gm × 157.313035463 = 3932.82588658 R_p.
What is 10 gigameter in Earth's polar radius?
10 Gm = 1573.13035463 R_p.
Which unit is larger, the gigameter or the Earth's polar radius?
The gigameter is the larger unit: 1 Gm = 157.313035463 R_p.