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Light Year to Parsec

Convert measurements between Light Year and Parsec.

Common conversions

1ly = 0.3066 pc
5ly = 1.533 pc
10ly = 3.066 pc
24ly = 7.3584 pc
32ly = 9.8112 pc
55ly = 16.8631 pc

Conversion formula from Light Year to Parsec

1 Light Year = 0.306601 Parsec

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 parsec is a unit of length used in astronomy, equal to 3.26 light years or 30.857 trillion 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 a parsec?
It is a unit of length used in astronomy, equal to 3.26 light years.
Where is the parsec used?
It is used to measure distances to stars and galaxies.