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Define astronomical unit (A.U), write its value in metres.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Definition of Astronomical Unit (A.U)**: - The Astronomical Unit (A.U) is defined as the average distance between the Earth and the Sun. It is a standard unit of measurement used in astronomy to describe distances within our solar system. 2. **Value of Astronomical Unit in Meters**: - The value of 1 Astronomical Unit (A.U) is approximately 1.49 × 10^11 meters. ...
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  • One astronomical unit (AU) is equal to

    A
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    B
    `9.46xx10^(12)km`
    C
    `3.084xx10^(13)km`
    D
    `4.596xx10^(15)km`

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    A
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    B
    coulomb
    C
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    D
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