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How to Convert Millimeters to Centimeters
To convert millimeters (mm) to centimeters (cm), we have to divide the mm value by 10. For a measurement of 1 mm, we divide that value by 10, which results in 0.1 cm. This means 1 mm = 0.1 cm or 1 millimeter = 0.1 centimeters.
Formula to Convert mm to cm
Formula: Divide the length value by 10
Conversion Calculation for mm to cm
Calculation: 1 mm ÷ 10 = 0.1 cm
Examples of mm to cm Conversions
When converting millimeters to centimeters, we use the conversion factor of 1 mm = 0.1 cm.
To convert 1 millimeter to centimeters: 1 mm ÷ 10 is equal to 0.1 cm
To convert 10 millimeters to centimeters: 10 mm ÷ 10 is equal to 1 cm
To convert 100 millimeters to centimeters: 100 mm ÷ 10 is equal to 10 cm
Common Conversion Questions
What is a Millimeter?
A millimeter is a multiple of the meter, which is the SI base unit for length. In the metric system, 'milli' is the prefix for thousandths. By definition, a millimeter is equivalent to one thousandth of a meter or 1/1000 of a meter. Millimeters are abbreviated as mm.
What is a Centimeter?
A centimeter is a multiple of the meter, which is the SI base unit for length. In the metric system, 'centi' is the prefix for hundredths. By definition, a centimeter is equivalent to one hundredth of a meter or 1/100 of a meter. Centimeters are abbreviated as cm.
What is 1 millimeter in centimeters?
1 millimeter is equal to 0.1 centimeters.
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How Many Centimeters in a Millimeter?
There are 0.1 centimeters in 1 millimeter. Check out this unit pair Conversion Chart, Bar Graph, and Table.
How Many Millimeters in a Centimeter?
There are 10 millimeters in 1 centimeter. Check out this unit pair Conversion Chart, Bar Graph, and Table.
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Common mm to cm Conversions
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