Convert centimeter to caliber
Please provide values below to convert centimeter [cm] to caliber [cl], or Convert caliber to centimeter.
How to Convert Centimeter to Caliber
1 cm = 39.3700787401575 cl
Example: convert 15 cm to cl:
15 cm = 15 × 39.3700787401575 cl = 590.551181102362 cl
Centimeter to Caliber Conversion Table
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Centimeter
A centimeter is a unit of length in the metric system, equal to one-hundredth of a meter.
History/Origin
The prefix "centi-" comes from the Latin word "centum," meaning hundred. The centimeter was part of the original metric system established in France in 1795.
Current Use
The centimeter is a very common unit of measurement for everyday objects and is used in many fields, including science, engineering, and fashion.
Caliber
Caliber is a unit of length used to describe the internal diameter of a firearm barrel, typically expressed in hundredths or thousandths of an inch.
History/Origin
The term "caliber" has been used for centuries to describe the size of cannons and firearms.
Current Use
Caliber is the standard unit for designating the bore of firearms in many countries, including the United States.