Convert micrometer to fathom
Please provide values below to convert micrometer [µm] to fathom [fath], or Convert fathom to micrometer.
How to Convert Micrometer to Fathom
1 µm = 5.46806649168854e-07 fath
Example: convert 15 µm to fath:
15 µm = 15 × 5.46806649168854e-07 fath = 8.20209973753281e-06 fath
Micrometer to Fathom Conversion Table
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Micrometer
A micrometer, also known as a micron, is a unit of length equal to one-millionth of a meter.
History/Origin
The term "micron" and the symbol µ were officially declared obsolete by the General Conference on Weights and Measures (CGPM) in 1967, and "micrometer" became the official term.
Current Use
The micrometer is a common unit for measuring the wavelength of infrared radiation, as well as the size of biological cells and bacteria. It is also widely used in technology and engineering.
Fathom
A fathom is a unit of length equal to 6 feet, used especially for measuring the depth of water.
History/Origin
The term "fathom" comes from the Old English word "fæthm," meaning "outstretched arms," as the distance was originally the span of a man's outstretched arms.
Current Use
The fathom is still used in nautical applications, especially in the United States, to measure water depth. It is also used in commercial fishing to measure the length of lines.