Convert square centimeter to hectare
Please provide values below to convert square centimeter [cm^2] to hectare [ha], or Convert hectare to square centimeter.
How to Convert Square Centimeter to Hectare
1 cm^2 = 1e-08 ha
Example: convert 15 cm^2 to ha:
15 cm^2 = 15 × 1e-08 ha = 1.5e-07 ha
Square Centimeter to Hectare Conversion Table
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Square Centimeter
A square centimeter (cm^2) is a unit of area equal to the area of a square with sides measuring one centimeter.
History/Origin
The square centimeter has been used as a standard unit of area measurement in the metric system since its adoption, primarily for measuring small surfaces in science, engineering, and everyday contexts.
Current Use
It is commonly used in fields such as geometry, manufacturing, and science to measure small areas, including in specifications for materials, biological measurements, and surface areas in various applications.
Hectare
A hectare is a metric unit of area equal to 10,000 square meters, commonly used to measure land.
History/Origin
The hectare was introduced in the metric system in the 19th century to provide a practical unit for land measurement, especially in agriculture and forestry.
Current Use
Hectares are widely used worldwide for measuring large land areas, such as farms, forests, and parks, particularly in countries using the metric system.