Parsec to Megaparsec Converter
Convert Parsecs to Megaparsecs
Quick Conversions
How to Convert Parsecs to Megaparsecs
To convert from parsecs (pc) to megaparsecs (Mpc), you divide the distance in parsecs by 1,000,000. For more information about parsecs as a unit of measurement, visit our parsecs page.
Formula
Megaparsecs = Parsecs / 1,000,000
or
Mpc = pc / 1,000,000
Examples
- 1,000 pc = 1,000 / 1,000,000 = 0.001 Mpc
- 10,000 pc = 10,000 / 1,000,000 = 0.01 Mpc
- 100,000 pc = 100,000 / 1,000,000 = 0.1 Mpc
- 1,000,000 pc = 1,000,000 / 1,000,000 = 1 Mpc
When to Convert Parsecs 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 Parsecs to Megaparsecs Conversions
Here is a table of common conversions for quick reference:
| Parsecs (pc) | Megaparsecs (Mpc) | Parsecs (pc) | Megaparsecs (Mpc) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,000 | 0.001 | 100,000 | 0.1 |
| 5,000 | 0.005 | 200,000 | 0.2 |
| 10,000 | 0.01 | 500,000 | 0.5 |
| 50,000 | 0.05 | 1,000,000 | 1 |
| 100,000 | 0.1 | 2,000,000 | 2 |
| 500,000 | 0.5 | 5,000,000 | 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 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 parsecs?
To convert from megaparsecs to parsecs, you multiply the distance in megaparsecs by 1,000,000. For example, 0.001 Mpc is equal to 0.001 * 1,000,000 = 1,000 pc.