Are to Square Kilometer Converter
Convert Ares to Square Kilometers
Quick Conversions
How to Convert Ares to Square Kilometers
To convert from ares (a) to square kilometers (km²), you divide the area in ares by 10,000. For more information about ares as a unit of measurement, visit our ares page.
Formula
Square Kilometers = Ares / 10,000
or
km² = a / 10,000
Step-by-step process
- Take the area in ares.
- Divide it by 10,000.
- The result is the equivalent area in square kilometers.
Examples
- 100 a = 100 / 10,000 = 0.01 km²
- 500 a = 500 / 10,000 = 0.05 km²
- 1,000 a = 1,000 / 10,000 = 0.1 km²
- 10,000 a = 10,000 / 10,000 = 1 km²
When to Convert Ares to Square Kilometers
This conversion is useful for measuring large land areas, especially in countries where ares are commonly used.
Geography and Cartography
Square kilometers are the standard unit for measuring the area of countries, cities, and other large geographical features.
Land Management
Government agencies and private organizations use square kilometers to manage large tracts of land, such as national parks and forests.
Common Ares to Square Kilometers Conversions
Here is a table of common conversions for quick reference:
| Ares (a) | Square Kilometers (km²) | Ares (a) | Square Kilometers (km²) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | 0.01 | 10,000 | 1 |
| 200 | 0.02 | 20,000 | 2 |
| 500 | 0.05 | 50,000 | 5 |
| 1,000 | 0.1 | 100,000 | 10 |
| 2,000 | 0.2 | 200,000 | 20 |
| 5,000 | 0.5 | 500,000 | 50 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many square kilometers are in an are?
There are 0.0001 square kilometers in an are.
How do I convert square kilometers to ares?
To convert from square kilometers to ares, you multiply the area in square kilometers by 10,000. For example, 0.01 km² is equal to 0.01 * 10,000 = 100 a.