Convert hectare to square centimeter
Please provide values below to convert hectare [ha] to square centimeter [cm^2], or Convert square centimeter to hectare.
How to Convert Hectare to Square Centimeter
1 ha = 100000000 cm^2
Example: convert 15 ha to cm^2:
15 ha = 15 × 100000000 cm^2 = 1500000000 cm^2
Hectare to Square Centimeter Conversion Table
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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.
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.