Convert 310 km to nm

To convert 310 kilometers (km) to nautical miles (nm), it is essential to understand the definitions and conversion factors involved. This guide will help you make the conversion accurately and efficiently.

km Definition

Kilometer (km) is a metric unit of length equal to 1,000 meters. It is widely used in most countries around the world for measuring distances in road travel, geography, and various scientific applications.

nm Definition

Nautical mile (nm) is a unit of measurement used in maritime and air navigation. One nautical mile is equivalent to one minute of latitude and is approximately equal to 1.852 kilometers. It is commonly used in aviation, maritime navigation, and cartography.

How to Convert 310 km to nm

To convert kilometers to nautical miles, you can use the formula:

[ text{Nautical Miles} = frac{text{Kilometers}}{1.852} ]

Using this formula, to convert 310 km to nm:

[ text{Nautical Miles} = frac{310}{1.852} approx 167.3 , text{nm} ]

Therefore, 310 kilometers is approximately 167.3 nautical miles.

FAQs

What is the relationship between kilometers and nautical miles?

Kilometers and nautical miles are both units of distance, but they are used in different contexts. One nautical mile is approximately equal to 1.852 kilometers.

Why are nautical miles used in navigation?

Nautical miles are used in navigation because they are based on the Earth is geometry, specifically latitude and longitude, making them more relevant for maritime and aerial navigation.

How many nautical miles are in a standard mile?

One standard mile is approximately equal to 0.868976 nautical miles.