Gigameter (Gm)
Definition: A gigameter (Gm) is a unit of length equal to one billion meters (10^9 meters). It is used to describe large-scale distances, typically in astronomy and astrophysics.
History: The gigameter is part of the International System of Units and was introduced to handle extremely large measurements that are common in space science and the study of galaxies.
Current Use: Gigameters are used primarily in astronomy for measuring distances between large-scale celestial objects, such as stars, galaxies, and intergalactic spaces. It helps scientists express the vast scale of the universe.
Terameter (Tm)
Definition: A terameter (Tm) is a unit of length equal to one trillion meters (10^12 meters). It is primarily used to describe extremely large distances, especially in the field of astronomy.
History: The terameter was introduced in the metric system to measure vast distances that were not feasible with smaller units like kilometers or megameters. It aids in quantifying intergalactic distances.
Current Use: Terameters are most commonly used in astronomy for measuring distances between distant celestial bodies, such as stars, galaxies, and nebulae. It helps scientists communicate the vast scale of the universe.
Quick Conversion Table Gigameter (Gm) to Terameter (Tm)
1 Gigameter (Gm) equal to 0.001 Terameter (Tm)
5 Gigameter (Gm) equal to 0.005 Terameter (Tm)
10 Gigameter (Gm) equal to 0.01 Terameter (Tm)
20 Gigameter (Gm) equal to 0.02 Terameter (Tm)
30 Gigameter (Gm) equal to 0.03 Terameter (Tm)
50 Gigameter (Gm) equal to 0.05 Terameter (Tm)
75 Gigameter (Gm) equal to 0.075 Terameter (Tm)
100 Gigameter (Gm) equal to 0.1 Terameter (Tm)