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Parsec


A parsec (pc) is a unit of distance used in astronomy, equal to about 3.26 light-years or roughly 31 trillion kilometers. The name “parsec” comes from “parallax of one arcsecond,” referring to the method astronomers use to measure distances to nearby stars based on their apparent shift when viewed from different positions in Earth’s orbit. Parsecs are commonly used to measure distances to stars and galaxies. For example, the nearest star system, Alpha Centauri, is about 1.3 parsecs away. The symbol for parsec is "pc". It’s a convenient unit for expressing large astronomical distances beyond the reach of light-years.


Roman Actus


The actus was an ancient Roman unit of length used primarily in land measurement. It is approximately 120 Roman feet, which equals about 35.5 meters (around 116.5 feet).


The actus was often used to define dimensions of fields and plots of land. It was also part of Roman surveying practices, helping organize land division and property boundaries.


Key facts:



  • 1 actus = 120 Roman feet ≈ 35.5 meters



  • Used in Roman land surveying and agriculture



  • Essential for measuring fields and agricultural plots



  • Reflects the Roman emphasis on precise land division



The actus highlights the sophistication of Roman engineering and property management in their time.




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