Converting from Parsec (pc) to Gigaparsec (Gpc) | Astronomy distance

What is Parsec (pc)

A Parsec (pc) is a unit used in astronomy to measure vast distances. It is defined as the distance at which 1 astronomical unit subtends an angle of 1 arcsecond. This distance is approximately equal to 3.26 light-years.

What is Gigaparsec (Gpc)

A Gigaparsec (Gpc) is a unit of astronomical distance equal to one billion parsecs. It is used to measure distances on the largest scale in the universe, such as the separation between galaxy clusters.

Conversion Formulas

• To convert from Parsec to Gigaparsec:

Gpc=pc×0.000000001

• To convert from Gigaparsec to Parsec:

pc=Gpc×1000000000

Examples

1. Converting 14 Parsec to Gigaparsec:

Gpc=14×0.000000001=0.000000014 Gpc

2. Converting 8 Parsec to Gigaparsec:

Gpc=8×0.000000001=0.000000008 Gpc

3. Converting 5 Parsec to Gigaparsec:

Gpc=5×0.000000001=0.000000005 Gpc

4. Converting 14 Gigaparsec to Parsec:

pc=14×1000000000=14000000000 pc

5. Converting 8 Gigaparsec to Parsec:

pc=8×1000000000=8000000000 pc

6. Converting 5 Gigaparsec to Parsec:

pc=5×1000000000=5000000000 pc

Use these conversions to switch between Parsec and Gigaparsec when measuring astronomical distances.