convert Parsec to centimeter

Conversion Formula

1 pc = 3.0857E+18 cm

Step-by-Step Explanation

1. Understand the base relationship:
   1 Parsec = 3.0857E+16 meters
   1 Centimeter = 0.01 meters
2. Establish the conversion factor:
   1 pc = (3.0857E+16 m) / (0.01 m/cm) = 3.0857E+18 cm
3. Apply the conversion:
   Multiply the value in pc by 3.0857E+18 to get the equivalent in cm

Example Conversion

Convert 5 pc to cm:

5 pc × 3.0857E+18 = 1.54285E+19 cm