Inconsistent Earth radius used in tests / documentation

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    • Type: Bug
    • Resolution: Done
    • Priority: Trivial - P5
    • 3.1.1
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    • Component/s: Geo
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      MongoDB tests and documentation utilize mean Earth radius (6371km) rather than equatorial radius (6378.1km). Because Earth is not a perfect sphere, mean radius may be a more appropriate constant.

      The constant within MongoDB source code is 6378.1 km (equatorial).

              Assignee:
              Matt Kangas (Inactive)
              Reporter:
              Rich Parrish
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