Convert minute to sign
Please provide values below to convert minute ['] to sign [sign], or Convert sign to minute.
How to Convert Minute to Sign
1 ' = 0.000555555556666667 sign
Example: convert 15 ' to sign:
15 ' = 15 × 0.000555555556666667 sign = 0.00833333335 sign
Minute to Sign Conversion Table
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Minute
A minute is a unit of angular measurement equal to 1/60th of a degree, used to measure angles and geographic coordinates.
History/Origin
The minute originated from the ancient sexagesimal system of the Babylonians, where it was used to divide degrees into smaller parts for more precise measurements. It has been used in astronomy, navigation, and geometry for centuries.
Current Use
Today, the minute is primarily used in astronomy, navigation, and surveying to specify angles with greater precision. It is also used in time measurement, where a minute equals 60 seconds.
Sign
A sign is a symbol or mark used to represent an angle or a specific value in measurement systems.
History/Origin
The concept of a sign as a unit in angle measurement has evolved alongside the development of mathematical notation, with the term 'sign' historically referring to symbols indicating direction or magnitude in angles.
Current Use
In modern contexts, 'sign' is used as a unit symbol in angle conversions, often representing the sign of an angle or used as a placeholder in symbolic notation within measurement and mathematical calculations.