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Is there a distance where a parsec could be equal to a light year?

Answer 1

Parsec and light year are distinctly different units of distance like smaller units mile and km. Mile/km = 1.609, nearly. Likewise, Parsec/light year =3.261, nearly.

The definition of parsec relates to Earth-Sun distance and angular spacing, while a light year is the maximum distance that light can travel in a year.

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Answer 2

Hazel Asher

Yes, a parsec is approximately equal to 3.26 light years.

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Answer 3

Ariana Acosta

No, a parsec (pc) and a light year (ly) are two different units of distance measurement. One parsec is approximately equal to 3.26 light years. Therefore, there is no distance where a parsec could be equal to a light year.

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