Convert degree to gradian
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How to Convert Degree to Gradian
Converting degree to gradian is straightforward using our conversion calculator.
Conversion Formula
gon = ° × 1.11111111111Reverse conversion: Convert gradian to degree
Comparison: Degree vs Gradian
When to Use Each Unit
Degree: Universal standard for navigation, surveying, engineering, geography, and most practical angle measurements worldwide.
Gradian: Used in some European surveying, continental mapping, and applications preferring decimal angular systems.
Common Conversion Values
- 360° = full circle
- 180° = straight line
- 90° = right angle
- 1° = 60 arcminutes
About Degree
Definition: The degree (symbol: °) is a unit of angular measurement where a full circle is divided into 360 equal parts.
History: Ancient Babylonian origin based on their sexagesimal (base-60) number system and approximate 360-day year calendar.
Current Use: Universal standard for navigation, surveying, engineering, geography, and most practical angle measurements worldwide.
Examples: Geographic coordinates: 0-360°, compass bearings: 0-360°, building angles: 30-90°, camera rotation: 0-360°
About Gradian
Definition: The gradian (symbol: gon) divides a full circle into 400 equal parts, designed for decimal convenience in surveying.
History: Developed during French Revolution as part of metric system to decimalize angular measurement for surveying applications.
Current Use: Used in some European surveying, continental mapping, and applications preferring decimal angular systems.
Examples: European surveying: property boundaries, topographic mapping: contour angles, artillery: target coordinates