Convert Millimeters to Centimeters
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Converting Millimeters to Centimeters
Converting millimeters to centimeters is a common metric conversion used in precision engineering, medicine, scientific research, and everyday measurements of small objects.
Mathematical Relationship
The mathematical relation between millimeters and centimeters is straightforward: 1 centimeter = 10 millimeters. To convert a length in millimeters to centimeters, divide the millimeter value by 10.
Common Conversion Values
| Millimeters | Centimeters |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.1 |
| 5 | 0.5 |
| 10 | 1 |
| 50 | 5 |
| 100 | 10 |
Unit Definitions
Millimeters
The millimeter (symbol: mm) is a unit of length in the metric system, equal to one-thousandth of a meter or one-tenth of a centimeter. It is commonly used for precise measurements of small objects.
Centimeters
The centimeter (symbol: cm) is a unit of length in the metric system, equal to one-hundredth of a meter or ten millimeters. It is a commonly used unit for everyday measurements of smaller objects.
Historical Context
Both the millimeter and centimeter were established as part of the metric system during the French Revolution. The prefixes 'milli-' (thousand) and 'centi-' (hundred) reflect their relationship to the meter and to each other.