Convert Square Arcminute to Nanosteradian
Type the number of square arcminutes that you wish to convert to nanosteradians.
How to Convert Square Arcminutes to Nanosteradians
The square arcminute and nanosteradian are both units of solid angle. 1 square arcminute equals 84.6159 nanosteradians. This means to convert square arcminutes to nanosteradians, you multiply by 84.6159.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 arcmin² to nanosteradians:
We need to convert square arcminutes to nanosteradians
Since 1 arcmin² = 84.6159 nsr, multiply by 84.6159
5 × 84.6159 = 423.0795
5 arcmin² = 423.0795 nsr
Square Arcminute to Nanosteradian Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common square arcminute to nanosteradian conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Square Arcminutes (arcmin²) | Nanosteradians (nsr) |
|---|---|
| 1 arcmin² | 84.6159 nsr |
| 2 arcmin² | 169.2318 nsr |
| 5 arcmin² | 423.0795 nsr |
| 10 arcmin² | 846.159 nsr |
| 15 arcmin² | 1269.2385 nsr |
| 20 arcmin² | 1692.318 nsr |
| 25 arcmin² | 2115.3975 nsr |
| 50 arcmin² | 4230.795 nsr |
| 100 arcmin² | 8461.59 nsr |
About These Units
Square Arcminute (arcmin²)
A square arcminute equals (1/60)² of a square degree or about 8.46×10⁻⁸ steradians. One square degree = 3,600 square arcminutes. Used for small astronomical fields: nebula sizes, galaxy images, and detector pixel scales. Full Moon ≈ 720 arcmin².
Nanosteradian (nsr)
A nanosteradian (nsr) equals 10⁻⁹ steradians or about 42.5 square arcseconds. Used in precision optical measurements, astronomical source size calculations, and high-resolution imaging system specifications. Individual pixels in space telescopes may subtend nanosteradians.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert square arcminutes to nanosteradians?
To convert square arcminutes to nanosteradians, multiply the value by 84.6159. For example, 10 arcmin² = 846.159 nsr.
How many nanosteradians are in 1 square arcminute?
1 square arcminute equals 84.6159 nanosteradians.
What is the formula for square arcminutes to nanosteradians?
The formula is: nsr = arcmin² × 84.6159.