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About these units
Earth's Distance from Sun (AU (es))
The average distance from the Earth to the Sun is approximately 1 astronomical unit (AU) = 149,597,870.7 km. This distance forms the basis for measuring interplanetary distances within the solar system. Astronomers rely on the AU to calculate orbital periods, planetary alignments, and the intensity of solar radiation at different planets. Its precise measurement comes from radar ranging to planets, spacecraft telemetry, and observations of orbital mechanics. The AU provides a human-scaled reference for the vast distances in the solar system, bridging Earth-based intuition with astronomical scales. It is a cornerstone unit in celestial mechanics and planetary science.
Vara Conuquera (vara conuquera)
The Vara Conuquera is another regional variant of the vara, used primarily in Chile, with a slightly different length than the standard vara. It was closely associated with land measurement, particularly in defining plots for cultivation and property boundaries in rural communities. Its use highlights the way local measurement systems adapted colonial Spanish units to meet practical needs. Land surveyors, farmers, and municipal officials relied on the Vara Conuquera for legal documentation, taxation, and irrigation planning. Today, knowledge of the Vara Conuquera is mostly of historical and legal interest, providing context for land disputes, heritage records, and the evolution of measurement in Chilean history.