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Distance between Two Points is defined as the length of space between two points. For finding the distance when curvature effects are considered, the value must be considered in kilometres. Check FAQs
D=h0.0673
D - Distance between Two Points?h - Height of Observer?

Distance to Visible Horizon Example

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Here is how the Distance to Visible Horizon equation looks like with Values.

Here is how the Distance to Visible Horizon equation looks like with Units.

Here is how the Distance to Visible Horizon equation looks like.

35.5387Edit=85Edit0.0673
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Distance to Visible Horizon Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Distance to Visible Horizon?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
D=h0.0673
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
D=85m0.0673
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
D=850.0673
Next Step Evaluate
D=35.5387321929765m
LAST Step Rounding Answer
D=35.5387m

Distance to Visible Horizon Formula Elements

Variables
Functions
Distance between Two Points
Distance between Two Points is defined as the length of space between two points. For finding the distance when curvature effects are considered, the value must be considered in kilometres.
Symbol: D
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Height of Observer
Height of observer is the length or vertical length of the observer.
Symbol: h
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
sqrt
A square root function is a function that takes a non-negative number as an input and returns the square root of the given input number.
Syntax: sqrt(Number)

Other Formulas to find Distance between Two Points

​Go Distance between Two points under Curvature and Refraction
D=(2Rc+(c2))12
​Go Distance for small errors under Curvature and Refraction
D=2Rc

Other formulas in Levelling category

​Go Error Due to Curvature Effect
c=D22R
​Go Combined Error Due to Curvature and Refraction
c_r=0.0673D2
​Go Correction on Refraction Error
cr=0.0112D2
​Go Height of Observer
h=0.0673D2

How to Evaluate Distance to Visible Horizon?

Distance to Visible Horizon evaluator uses Distance between Two Points = sqrt(Height of Observer/0.0673) to evaluate the Distance between Two Points, Distance to Visible Horizon is distance considered as length up to visible horizon. Visible horizon is line where earth and sky appear to meet. Distance between Two Points is denoted by D symbol.

How to evaluate Distance to Visible Horizon using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Distance to Visible Horizon, enter Height of Observer (h) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Distance to Visible Horizon

What is the formula to find Distance to Visible Horizon?
The formula of Distance to Visible Horizon is expressed as Distance between Two Points = sqrt(Height of Observer/0.0673). Here is an example- 35.53873 = sqrt(85/0.0673).
How to calculate Distance to Visible Horizon?
With Height of Observer (h) we can find Distance to Visible Horizon using the formula - Distance between Two Points = sqrt(Height of Observer/0.0673). This formula also uses Square Root (sqrt) function(s).
What are the other ways to Calculate Distance between Two Points?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Distance between Two Points-
  • Distance between Two Points=(2*Earth Radius in km*Error due to Curvature+(Error due to Curvature^2))^(1/2)OpenImg
  • Distance between Two Points=sqrt(2*Earth Radius in km*Error due to Curvature)OpenImg
Can the Distance to Visible Horizon be negative?
Yes, the Distance to Visible Horizon, measured in Length can be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Distance to Visible Horizon?
Distance to Visible Horizon is usually measured using the Meter[m] for Length. Millimeter[m], Kilometer[m], Decimeter[m] are the few other units in which Distance to Visible Horizon can be measured.
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