Convert cubit (UK) to millimeter
Please provide values below to convert cubit (UK) [cubit (UK)] to millimeter [mm], or Convert millimeter to cubit (UK).
How to Convert Cubit (Uk) to Millimeter
1 cubit (UK) = 457.2 mm
Example: convert 15 cubit (UK) to mm:
15 cubit (UK) = 15 × 457.2 mm = 6858 mm
Cubit (Uk) to Millimeter Conversion Table
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Cubit (Uk)
A cubit is an ancient unit of length based on the length of the forearm from the elbow to the tip of the middle finger. The English cubit was about 18 inches.
History/Origin
The cubit was used by many ancient cultures, including the Egyptians, Babylonians, and Romans. Its length varied from place to place.
Current Use
The cubit is an obsolete unit of measurement.
Millimeter
A millimeter is a unit of length in the metric system, equal to one-thousandth of a meter.
History/Origin
The prefix "milli-" comes from the Latin word "mille," meaning thousand. The millimeter was part of the original metric system adopted in France in 1795.
Current Use
The millimeter is widely used in engineering and manufacturing for high-precision measurements. It is also a common unit in construction and for measuring small objects.