Parsec to Kiloparsec Converter
Convert Parsecs to Kiloparsecs
Quick Conversions
How to Convert Parsecs to Kiloparsecs
To convert from parsecs (pc) to kiloparsecs (kpc), you divide the distance in parsecs by 1,000. For more information about parsecs as a unit of measurement, visit our parsecs page.
Formula
Kiloparsecs = Parsecs / 1,000
or
kpc = pc / 1,000
Examples
- 10 pc = 10 / 1,000 = 0.01 kpc
- 100 pc = 100 / 1,000 = 0.1 kpc
- 1,000 pc = 1,000 / 1,000 = 1 kpc
- 5,000 pc = 5,000 / 1,000 = 5 kpc
When to Convert Parsecs to Kiloparsecs
This conversion is useful when discussing distances in the vastness of space, especially for galactic and intergalactic distances.
Astronomy
Kiloparsecs are commonly used by astronomers to measure distances to star clusters, nebulae, and nearby galaxies.
Cosmology
In cosmology, kiloparsecs are a fundamental unit for understanding the scale of the universe and the distances to distant celestial objects.
Common Parsecs to Kiloparsecs Conversions
Here is a table of common conversions for quick reference:
| Parsecs (pc) | Kiloparsecs (kpc) | Parsecs (pc) | Kiloparsecs (kpc) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.001 | 100 | 0.1 |
| 2 | 0.002 | 200 | 0.2 |
| 5 | 0.005 | 500 | 0.5 |
| 10 | 0.01 | 1,000 | 1 |
| 20 | 0.02 | 2,000 | 2 |
| 50 | 0.05 | 5,000 | 5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a parsec (pc)?
A parsec is a unit of length used to measure large distances to astronomical objects outside the Solar System. One parsec is approximately 3.26 light-years or 206,265 astronomical units.
What is a kiloparsec (kpc)?
A kiloparsec is a unit of length equal to 1,000 parsecs. One kiloparsec is approximately 3,260 light-years or 206,265,000 astronomical units.
How do I convert kiloparsecs to parsecs?
To convert from kiloparsecs to parsecs, you multiply the distance in kiloparsecs by 1,000. For example, 0.001 kpc is equal to 0.001 * 1,000 = 1 pc.