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AU and light-years are simply two different units of length, used in astronomy. The units are of different sizes. You can invent lots of other differences if you like, but basically, that's the difference - their size. Other differences might include how they are defined; and in what cases they are typically used.
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∙ 9y ago
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∙ 9y agoA light years is much larger. 1 light year is about 63,000 AU.
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Why do scientists use AUs to measure distances in the solar system?
The AU was used as a unit of measure, before the propagation of electromagnetic radiation was understood, or its rate quantified. So because of tradition, and the fact that the AU is a more wieldy unit, for distances within the solar system than either light years, or miles, the AU still holds sway.
Aus kilos to pounds'?
Appx. 2.2 Lbs per 1 Kg. ( To be exact 0.4536 Kgs. = 1Lb) The formula to convert kg to lbs1 kg* 2.2046 lbs 1 kg = 2.204622622 lbs
When is cyclone season?
In the US the cyclones form around June 1st to November 30th and in AUS, November 1st to april but can happen any time
How many dollars is 180 pounds?
The comparison changes every week or less. . If you use the following comparison your answer will be close enough to use for the next few months I would expect.. 1British Pound equals approx 1.5 Aust. Dollar. OR 1 Aus Dollar equals 0.66Brit Pound So, $180 Aust. equals 180X 0.66 equals 119 pounds British.
What is aus 8 stainless?
It's a medium-carbon, high chromium stainless steel. If ya gotta know what's in it, here you go: C - .70 to .75 % Mn - .5 % Cr - 14 to 14.5 % Ni - .49 % V - .10 to .26 % Mo - .10 to .30 % None of the W and none of the Co are in it. The breakdown is from the A.G. Russell knives web site, and a link is provided.
How many AUs is 5.5 light years?
5.5 light years equates to 347,818.194 AU (Astronomical Units).
Do AUs measure the speed of light?
No. An A.U. is the average radius of the Earths orbit around the Sun. (which can be measured in light years or light minutes (about 8) if you want).
How long has she been doing the x factor show?
for up to 1000 years in the UK and the AUS 100 Years as theres a difference because its a different region.
How many AU's in one light-year?
1 light-year is about 63,240 AUs.
If you are traveling at light years what planet can you get to in 6 hours?
Light-speed is 299,800 km/s. The Earth is 8 light-minutes from the Sun at a distance of 1 astronomical unit, so in 6 hours you could get to a distance of 360/8 AUs, which is 45 AUs or more than double the distance of Uranus. It would be time for a radio signal to go to Uranus and back.
How old do you have to be to vote in aus?
18 years old
Is aus schooling adequate?
in some ways it is inadequate but i think that the teachers could try harder
Take 20 years to orbit sun how far away in au?
You're a bit farther out than Jupiter. Jupiter takes about 19 years and is approximately 5 AUs away. So you would have to be around 5 AUs away
What is the meaning of Aus Is in German?
Aus means from.
What does the german word aus mean?
"Aus" means "Out".
What is the German word for out?
The German word for "out" is "aus".aus
When was Aus Liebe created?
Aus Liebe was created in 2006.
