Ask a New Question

Question

In astronomy, distances are often expressed in light-years. One light-year is the distance traveled by light in one year. The distance to Alpha Centauri, the closest star other than our own sun that can be seen by the naked eye, is 4.7 light-years. Express this distance in meters.
17 years ago

Answers

drwls
Multiply the speed of light, 3*10^8 m/s, by the number of seconds in 4.7 years.
17 years ago

Related Questions

Need some help with Astronomy. I need to figure out the acceleration of gravity on the surface of c... What is Astronomy (astronomy) What does the acronym ASDS stands for and what does it mean? and why in simple terms Which area of astronomy does Kepler's laws address? (1 point) • The movement of asteroids in the so... Astronomy definition In astronomy, the theory of general relativity, proposed by Albert Einstein, has significant explana... In astronomy, the theory of general relativity, proposed by Albert Einstein, has significant explana... Which area of astronomy does Kepler's laws address?(1 point) Responses The movement of the sun i...
Ask a New Question
Archives Contact Us Privacy Policy Terms of Use