Astronomical Unit to Megaparsec Converter
Convert Astronomical Units to Megaparsecs
Quick Conversions
How to Convert Astronomical Units to Megaparsecs
To convert from astronomical units (AU) to megaparsecs (Mpc), you divide the distance in astronomical units by 206,265,000,000. For more information about astronomical units as a unit of measurement, visit our astronomical units page.
Formula
Megaparsecs = Astronomical Units / 206,265,000,000
or
Mpc = AU / 206,265,000,000
Examples
- 1,000,000,000 AU = 1,000,000,000 / 206,265,000,000 = 0.004848 Mpc
- 10,000,000,000 AU = 10,000,000,000 / 206,265,000,000 = 0.04848 Mpc
- 100,000,000,000 AU = 100,000,000,000 / 206,265,000,000 = 0.4848 Mpc
- 206,265,000,000 AU = 206,265,000,000 / 206,265,000,000 = 1 Mpc
When to Convert Astronomical Units to Megaparsecs
This conversion is useful when discussing distances in the vastness of space, especially for intergalactic distances and the scale of the observable universe.
Astronomy
Megaparsecs are commonly used by astronomers to measure distances to distant galaxies and galaxy clusters.
Cosmology
In cosmology, megaparsecs are a fundamental unit for understanding the large-scale structure of the universe and the distances to the most distant celestial objects.
Common Astronomical Units to Megaparsecs Conversions
Here is a table of common conversions for quick reference:
| Astronomical Units (AU) | Megaparsecs (Mpc) | Astronomical Units (AU) | Megaparsecs (Mpc) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,000,000,000 | 0.004848 | 100,000,000,000 | 0.4848 |
| 5,000,000,000 | 0.02424 | 200,000,000,000 | 0.9696 |
| 10,000,000,000 | 0.04848 | 206,265,000,000 | 1 |
| 50,000,000,000 | 0.2424 | 500,000,000,000 | 2.424 |
| 100,000,000,000 | 0.4848 | 1,000,000,000,000 | 4.848 |
| 200,000,000,000 | 0.9696 | 5,000,000,000,000 | 24.24 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an astronomical unit (AU)?
An astronomical unit (AU) is a unit of length, roughly the distance from Earth to the Sun. It is defined as 149,597,870,700 meters.
What is a megaparsec (Mpc)?
A megaparsec is a unit of length equal to 1,000,000 parsecs. It is used to measure extremely large distances in the universe, such as the distances between galaxies.
How do I convert megaparsecs to astronomical units?
To convert from megaparsecs to astronomical units, you multiply the distance in megaparsecs by 206,265,000,000. For example, 0.000001 Mpc is equal to 0.000001 * 206,265,000,000 = 206,265 AU.