degree [deg] to arcminute [arcmin] Converter
Quick Reference
1 degree (deg) = 60 arcminute (arcmin)
1 arcminute (arcmin) = 0.01666666667 degree (deg)
How to Convert degree to arcminute
1 deg = 60 arcmin
1 arcmin = 0.016666666666666666 deg
To convert degree to arcminute, multiply the value by 60. To convert arcminute back to degree, divide by 60.
Example: convert 10 deg to arcmin:
10 deg = 10 x 60 = 600 arcmin
degree
Definition: A degree (symbol: °) is a unit of angular measure, representing 1/360 of a full rotation. It is a common unit for measuring angles, particularly in geometry and navigation.
History/origin: The division of a circle into 360 degrees is attributed to the ancient Babylonians, who used a base-60 (sexagesimal) numeral system. They may have chosen 360 because it is close to the number of days in a year.
Current use: Degrees are widely used in everyday contexts for measuring angles, such as in maps, compasses, and architectural drawings. They are also commonly used in mathematics and science, although radians are preferred in many theoretical contexts.
arcminute
Definition: An arcminute (symbol: ') is a unit of angular measure equal to 1/60 of a degree. It is commonly used in astronomy, navigation, and surveying to express small angles.
History/origin: The arcminute is derived from the Babylonian sexagesimal system, which divided a degree into 60 minutes and a minute into 60 seconds.
Current use: Arcminutes are used in astronomy to measure the apparent size of celestial objects and their separation. They are also used in navigation and surveying for precise angle measurements.
degree to arcminute Conversion Table
| degree [deg] | arcminute [arcmin] |
|---|---|
| 1 deg | 60 arcmin |
| 2 deg | 120 arcmin |
| 5 deg | 300 arcmin |
| 10 deg | 600 arcmin |
| 20 deg | 1200 arcmin |
| 50 deg | 3000 arcmin |
| 100 deg | 6000 arcmin |
| 200 deg | 12000 arcmin |
| 500 deg | 30000 arcmin |
| 1000 deg | 60000 arcmin |