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How do distances between planets solar systems galaxies and the universe compare?

The distance between planets are measured in millions of kilometers while the distance between solar systems are measured in light years while the galxies and the universe are measured in AU (astronautical units)


What lengths are most conveniently measured in astronomical units?

Stellar distances, like the distances of stars and galaxies from Earth


Will astronomers measure all the distances of 100 billion galaxies in the observable universe?

Someday astronomers may have measured all the distances of 100 billion galaxies in the observable universe.


How are the Distances between different objects in space measured?

Distances in space are measured using a variety of methods, such as parallax for nearby stars, radar for planets in our solar system, and redshift for galaxies and other objects in the universe. These measurements help astronomers understand the scale of the universe and the vast distances between objects in space.


In which system(s) are the distances between the objects the largest compared to the size of the objects?

In the solar system, the distances between planets are much larger compared to the size of the planets themselves. In the universe, the distances between galaxies are also vast compared to the sizes of the galaxies.


Are the galaxies close to each other?

In the vastness of space, galaxies are generally not close to each other. The space between galaxies is immense, with distances measured in millions of light-years. However, there are instances where galaxies can come relatively close together due to gravitational interactions or as part of galaxy clusters.


What separates the strar?

The stars are separated by vast distances in space, typically measured in light-years, which is the distance light travels in one year. These distances can be influenced by the gravitational forces of galaxies and clusters, as well as the expansion of the universe. Additionally, stars are often grouped into clusters or galaxies, but the empty space between these formations is what creates the separation we observe.


Where is the distance from canberra measured from?

distances between cities are usually measured from the central post offices


What could be measured in kilometers?

Distances between towns is one possibility.


How do you measure all the distances of the 100 billion galaxies in the universe?

I think it's currently impossible to do that - specifically, to measure the distances of ALL the galaxies. There are just too many Astronomers might take a small section of the sky - say, a square degree or even a fraction thereof, analyze the galaxies in such a section, and extrapolate. As to the measurement itself, there are different methods; the Wikipedia article on "cosmic distance ladder" can give you a general idea. In summary, the farthest galaxies are simply measured by their redshift. That is to say, the farther they are, the faster they move away from us; and this can be measured using the Doppler effect.


What shows the relationship between distances on a map and the corresponding distances on the earth's surface?

The SCALE of the map indicates the relationship between lengths measured on a map and the actual distances. It can indicate the ratio of distances (e.g. 1:10000) or the equivalent actual distance for an inch or centimeter as measured on the map, often providing a measurement bar for various distances.


What shows the relationship between distances on a map and the corresponding distances on earth surfaces?

The SCALE of the map indicates the relationship between lengths measured on a map and the actual distances. It can indicate the ratio of distances (e.g. 1:10000) or the equivalent actual distance for an inch or centimeter as measured on the map, often providing a measurement bar for various distances.