Kilometer to Centimeter Converter
Convert Kilometers to Centimeters
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How to Convert Kilometers to Centimeters
Converting kilometers (km) to centimeters (cm) is a simple conversion within the metric system. One kilometer is equal to 100,000 centimeters.
Formula
Centimeters = Kilometers × 100,000
or
cm = km × 100,000
Step-by-step process
- Take the measurement in kilometers
- Multiply that number by 100,000
- The result is the equivalent amount in centimeters
Examples
- 1 kilometer = 100,000 centimeters
- 2 kilometers = 200,000 centimeters
- 0.5 kilometers = 50,000 centimeters
When to Convert Kilometers to Centimeters
This conversion is useful in various everyday and professional contexts, especially when dealing with measurements in construction, tailoring, or scientific experiments.
Common Kilometers to Centimeters Conversions
Here is a table of common kilometer to centimeter conversions for quick reference:
| Kilometers (km) | Centimeters (cm) | Kilometers (km) | Centimeters (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 100,000 | 100 | 10,000,000 |
| 2 | 200,000 | 200 | 20,000,000 |
| 5 | 500,000 | 500 | 50,000,000 |
| 10 | 1,000,000 | 1,000 | 100,000,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many centimeters are in a kilometer?
There are exactly 100,000 centimeters in one kilometer.
Why is the conversion factor 100,000?
The metric system is based on powers of 10. A kilometer is 1000 meters, and a meter is 100 centimeters, so 1000 * 100 = 100,000.