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Light Year to Astronomical Unit
Convert measurements between Light Year and Astronomical Unit.
Common conversions
100ly = 63241.0771 AU
500ly = 316205.3854 AU
1000ly = 632410.7708 AU
2400ly = 1.52e+6 AU
3200ly = 2.02e+6 AU
5500ly = 3.48e+6 AU
Conversion formula from Light Year to Astronomical Unit
1 Light Year = 632.411 Astronomical Unit
The light year is a unit of length used in astronomy, equal to the distance light travels in one year (about 9.46 trillion kilometers).
The astronomical unit is a unit of length used to measure distances within the solar system, equal to the average distance from the Earth to the Sun (about 149.6 million kilometers).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a light year?
It is a unit of length used in astronomy, equal to the distance light travels in one year.
Where is the light year used?
It is used to measure distances between stars and galaxies.
What is an astronomical unit?
It is a unit of length used in astronomy, equal to the average distance from the Earth to the Sun.
Where is the astronomical unit used?
It is used to measure distances within the solar system.