Convert Square Kilometers to Hectares
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Converting Square Kilometers to Hectares
Converting square kilometers to hectares is important in agriculture, forestry, and land development when translating between geographic scales and land parcel measurements.
Mathematical Relationship
The mathematical relation between square kilometers and hectares is: 1 square kilometer = 100 hectares. To convert an area in square kilometers to hectares, multiply the square kilometer value by 100.
Common Conversion Values
| Square Kilometers | Hectares |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 1 |
| 0.1 | 10 |
| 0.5 | 50 |
| 1 | 100 |
| 10 | 1000 |
Unit Definitions
Square Kilometers
The square kilometer (symbol: km²) is a metric unit of area equal to 1,000,000 square meters or 100 hectares. It is commonly used for measuring large land areas, geographic regions, and administrative territories.
Hectares
The hectare (symbol: ha) is a metric unit of area equal to 10,000 square meters or 0.01 square kilometers. It is commonly used worldwide for measuring large areas of land, particularly in agriculture and land management.
Historical Context
Both units are part of the metric system. The square kilometer is used for geographic and administrative areas, while the hectare was specifically designed for agricultural and land management purposes. Their 1:100 relationship makes conversion straightforward.