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Astronomical Distance Converter

Convert between astronomical units (AU), light years, parsecs, kilometers, and other cosmic distance measurements. This tool is essential for students, researchers, and space enthusiasts who work with interplanetary or interstellar distances in astronomy and astrophysics.

Astronomical Unit and Light Year Converter

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Distance Conversion Formula

Formula
$$1 \text{ AU} = 149,597,870.7 \text{ km} \\ 1 \text{ light year} = 9.4607 \times 10^{12} \text{ km} \\ 1 \text{ parsec} = 3.26156 \text{ light years}$$


Astronomical distances are measured using various large-scale units due to the vast scales involved in space. The astronomical unit (AU) is the average distance from Earth to the Sun, commonly used within our solar system. Light-years and parsecs are preferred for interstellar and intergalactic measurements. This converter allows easy switching between these units, supporting both scientific research and educational purposes.

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