Convert Centimeters to Miles
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Converting Centimeters to Miles
Converting centimeters to miles connects small metric to large imperial measurements, useful in scientific research, engineering, and when working across vastly different scales.
Mathematical Relationship
The mathematical relation between centimeters and miles is: 1 mile = 160,934.4 centimeters. To convert a length in centimeters to miles, divide the centimeter value by 160,934.4.
Common Conversion Values
| Centimeters | Miles |
|---|---|
| 1609.344 | 0.01 |
| 16093.44 | 0.1 |
| 80467.2 | 0.5 |
| 160934.4 | 1 |
| 1609344 | 10 |
Unit Definitions
Centimeters
The centimeter (symbol: cm) is a unit of length in the metric system, equal to one-hundredth of a meter. It is a commonly used unit for everyday measurements of smaller objects.
Miles
The mile (symbol: mi) is a unit of length in the imperial and US customary systems of measurement. It is equal to 5,280 feet, 1,760 yards, or about 1.609 kilometers.
Historical Context
The centimeter was introduced as part of the metric system during the French Revolution. The mile has ancient origins, derived from the Roman 'mille passus' or 'thousand paces.' The relationship between them is based on the definition of the mile as 1,760 yards and the yard as exactly 0.9144 meters.