Convert reed to dekameter
Please provide values below to convert reed [reed] to dekameter [dam], or Convert dekameter to reed.
How to Convert Reed to Dekameter
1 reed = 0.27432 dam
Example: convert 15 reed to dam:
15 reed = 15 × 0.27432 dam = 4.1148 dam
Reed to Dekameter Conversion Table
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Reed
A reed is an ancient unit of length, typically about 6 cubits or around 9 feet.
History/Origin
The reed was a common unit of measurement in ancient Mesopotamia and the surrounding regions.
Current Use
The reed is an obsolete unit of measurement.
Dekameter
A dekameter is a unit of length in the metric system equal to 10 meters.
History/Origin
The prefix "deka-" from the Greek "deka" meaning ten, was part of the original metric system adopted in France in 1795.
Current Use
The dekameter is rarely used in practice. It is sometimes used in meteorology to measure altitude.