Convert Centimeter to Earth's Equatorial Radius
Convert centimeters to earth's equatorial radii instantly. 1 centimeter = 1.567856e-9 earth's equatorial radius — use the live calculator, the exact formula, a conversion table and worked examples. Also check the Earth's Equatorial Radius to Centimeter converter for the reverse conversion.
Units explained
Centimeter
A centimeter is a metric unit of length equal to one hundredth of a meter (1/100 m). It is one of the most commonly used SI sub-units in daily life, especially for measuring small objects, body dimensions, paper sizes, and short distances.
The centimeter emerged from the French metric system established by the French Academy of Sciences in 1793. The metric system introduced decimal-based prefixes (milli-, centi-, deci-, deca-, hecto-, kilo-) to create proportional sub-units of the meter.
Centimeters are the standard unit for everyday measurement in nearly every country outside the United States. They are used for body height, clothing sizes, rainfall, paper formats (A4 is 21 × 29.7 cm), screen dimensions, and most consumer product specifications.
Developed in France during the late 18th century as part of the metric system designed by the French Academy of Sciences. Formally adopted in France in 1795 and ratified internationally through the Metre Convention signed in Paris in 1875.
Earth's Equatorial Radius
Earth's equatorial radius is the distance from the planet's center to its surface at the equator, defined as exactly 6,378,137 meters by the WGS84 geodetic reference system.
The WGS84 (World Geodetic System 1984) defines Earth's reference ellipsoid for use in GPS and global cartography. The 6,378,137 m equatorial value was determined through satellite and ground geodetic measurements consolidated in 1984.
WGS84's equatorial radius is the standard reference for GPS, satellite imagery, geographic information systems, and aviation navigation. It defines the 'a' parameter of Earth's reference ellipsoid in coordinate transformations.
WGS84 reference ellipsoid adopted in 1984 by the US Department of Defense; subsequently adopted globally for GPS and civilian geodesy.
Centimeter to Earth's Equatorial Radius conversion formula
The relationship between centimeters and earth's equatorial radii:
To convert centimeters to earth's equatorial radii, multiply the value in centimeters by 1.567856e-9. To reverse, multiply earth's equatorial radii by 6.378137e+8.
How to use this converter
Type a value into the calculator. The result in earth's equatorial radii updates as you type. Tap a quick value, copy the result with one click, or use the swap arrow to jump straight to the Earth's Equatorial Radius to Centimeter converter for the reverse direction.
Step-by-step: convert centimeters to earth's equatorial radii
- Write down the value in centimeters (cm).
- Multiply that value by the factor 1.567856e-9.
- The product is the equivalent value in earth's equatorial radii (R⊕,eq).
- To reverse, multiply the earth's equatorial radius value by 6.378137e+8.
Worked examples
Example 1 — Convert 1 cm to R⊕,eq:
1 × 1.567856e-9 = 1.567856e-9 R⊕,eq
Example 2 — Convert 100 cm to R⊕,eq:
100 × 1.567856e-9 = 1.567856e-7 R⊕,eq
Real-world example — Postcard and small-object dimensions
A postcard is about 5 centimeters wide. Converting to earth's equatorial radii is essential for international postal addressing forms that ask for dimensions in different units across countries.
5 cm × 1.567856e-9 = 7.83928e-9 R⊕,eq
Real-world example — Ruler-scale measurements
A 30-centimeter school ruler converts cleanly to earth's equatorial radii — useful when buying a desk accessory from a retailer whose product specs use a different unit.
30 cm × 1.567856e-9 = 4.703568e-8 R⊕,eq
Real-world example — Hardware-scale dimensions
A 10-centimeter fastener or component is about as long as a thumbnail. Mechanics and DIY enthusiasts convert between centimeters and earth's equatorial radii daily when mixing metric and imperial tools.
10 cm × 1.567856e-9 = 1.567856e-8 R⊕,eq
Centimeter to Earth's Equatorial Radius conversion table
Standard reference values for converting centimeters to earth's equatorial radii:
| Centimeter [cm] | Earth's Equatorial Radius [R⊕,eq] |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 1.567856e-11 |
| 0.1 | 1.567856e-10 |
| 1 | 1.567856e-9 |
| 2 | 3.135712e-9 |
| 3 | 4.703568e-9 |
| 4 | 6.271424e-9 |
| 5 | 7.83928e-9 |
| 10 | 1.567856e-8 |
| 20 | 3.135712e-8 |
| 30 | 4.703568e-8 |
| 40 | 6.271424e-8 |
| 50 | 7.83928e-8 |
| 100 | 1.567856e-7 |
| 500 | 7.83928e-7 |
| 1000 | 1.567856e-6 |
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Sources & references
Conversion factor (1 cm = 1.567856e-9 R⊕,eq) verified against the following authoritative sources:
- BIPM — The International System of Units (SI Brochure 9th ed.)
Official BIPM publication defining the seven SI base units (including the meter) and the rules for their use. The global authority on units of measurement.
- NIST — Guide to the SI
US National Institute of Standards and Technology reference covering the SI base and derived units with definitions and usage rules for US technical practice.
- NIST Special Publication 811 — Guide for the Use of the International System of Units
Detailed NIST guide covering exact conversion factors between SI and US customary units along with formatting and rounding conventions.
- NIST — Refinement of values for the yard and pound (Federal Register 1959)
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- International Astronomical Union — System of Astronomical Constants
The IAU defines astronomical units including the AU (149597870700 m exactly) light-year and parsec used in astronomy and astrophysics.