Parsec to decimeter converter (pc to dm)

Conversion Formula

1 pc = 3.0857E+17 dm

Step-by-Step Explanation

1. Understand the base relationship:
   1 Parsec = 3.0857E+16 meters
   1 dm = 0.1 meters
2. Establish the conversion factor:
   1 pc = (3.0857E+16 m) / (0.1 m/dm) = 3.0857E+17 dm
3. Apply the conversion:
   Multiply the value in pc by 3.0857E+17 to get the equivalent in dm

Example Conversion

Convert 5 pc to dm:

5 pc × 3.0857E+17 = 1.54285E+18 dm