Convert Meters to Centimeters
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Converting Meters to Centimeters
Converting meters to centimeters is a fundamental metric conversion used in education, science, engineering, and everyday life when more precise or manageable units are needed.
Mathematical Relationship
The mathematical relation between meters and centimeters is straightforward: 1 meter = 100 centimeters. To convert a length in meters to centimeters, multiply the meter value by 100.
Common Conversion Values
| Meters | Centimeters |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 1 |
| 0.1 | 10 |
| 0.5 | 50 |
| 1 | 100 |
| 10 | 1000 |
Unit Definitions
Meters
The meter (symbol: m) is the base unit of length in the International System of Units (SI). It is defined as the length of the path traveled by light in a vacuum during a time interval of 1/299,792,458 of a second.
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.
Historical Context
Both the meter and centimeter were established as part of the metric system during the French Revolution. The prefix 'centi-' comes from the Latin word for hundred, reflecting the relationship of 100 centimeters to 1 meter.