Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
megaparsec
noun
meg-uh-PAR-sek
Definition
A unit of distance used in astronomy, equivalent to one million parsecs.
Examples
- The Andromeda Galaxy is approximately 0.78 megaparsecs away from the Milky Way.
- When observing deep space, astronomers often express distances in megaparsecs to simplify communication.
Meaning
The term ‘megaparsec’ is used to describe vast distances in the universe, particularly when measuring distances between galaxies.
Synonyms
- None; ‘megaparsec’ is a unique astronomical term.
