Review the size of millimeters, centimeters, meters, and kilometers and how to convert between them. Then, try some practice problems.
What about micrometers? • (38 votes) #1, I love the name, #2, A micrometer is 1000 times smaller than a centimeter. (36 votes) Is there anything before 'Millimeter' and after 'Kilometer' ? • (17 votes) technically, as with any SI unit, yes there is. in physics, you occasionally come across nano meters, one nanometer = 10^-9 meters or 0.000000001 meters going bigger, you could technically have a mega meter which would be 1000 kilometers, but i have never seen this in practice and most people would misunderstand you (in a metric country) (17 votes) What is the difference between km and M? • (9 votes) a km is a kilometer, and an M is a meter. There are 1,000 meters in a kilometer. In other words, one meter is 1/1,000 of a kilometer or 0.001 of a kilometer. (20 votes) How many millimeters are in 5 meters? • (9 votes) 5000 millimeters (19 votes) I get messed up with km to mm. • (3 votes) Converting from km to m requires multiplying by 1,000, because there are 1,000 m in one km. Converting m to mm requires multiplying by 1,000, because there are 1,000 mm in one m. It follows from these two facts that converting from km to mm requires multiplying by 1,000*1,000=1,000,000. Have a blessed, wonderful day! (28 votes) Okay so if y'all don't get this, let me give you an example. So, 1 kilogram = 1,000 grams, right? So, if the question asks you how many grams are 4 kilograms, you multiply 4 by 1,000 which is 4,000. Because if 1 kilogram = 1,000 grams, 4 must be 4,000 grams. • (15 votes) I have one tree that is 4 meters tall a second tree that is 3 m tall how many centimeters taller is the first tree • (6 votes) (19 votes) Is there more measurements than just this? • (14 votes) Yes- nanometers and micrometers are some smaller measurements (4 votes) Does anyone know how long 1 meter = ----- kilometer and how long 1 kilometer = -----meter • (5 votes) The prefix 'kilo' means 1000, so there are 1000 meters for every kilometer and there are 0.001 kilometers for every meter. (13 votes)Want to join the conversation?
practically: smaller than milli meter: yes. larger than kilo meter: no
this table shows all the possible prefixes: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Metric_prefix
100 cm is the answer
As an enthusiast well-versed in the topic of measurement units and conversions, I bring forth a wealth of knowledge to elucidate the concepts explored in the discussion. My expertise is rooted in a comprehensive understanding of the metric system, particularly the units of millimeters, centimeters, meters, and kilometers.
Let's delve into the information shared in the conversation:
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Micrometers:
- A micrometer is mentioned by Sarah Lawson Tozier as being 1000 times smaller than a centimeter.
- Micrometers are not explicitly discussed further, but they represent a unit of length equal to one millionth of a meter (1 micrometer = 10^-6 meters).
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Metric Prefixes:
- robkingston0 provides valuable information on metric prefixes, directing users to a table of prefixes on Wikipedia.
- nano meters are introduced, where one nanometer is equal to 10^-9 meters (0.000000001 meters).
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Meters and Kilometers:
- Usman Chouhan clarifies that a kilometer (km) is 1000 meters (m), emphasizing that 1 meter is 1/1000 of a kilometer.
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Conversions:
- Ian Pulizzotto explains the conversion process between kilometers, meters, and millimeters. Converting from km to m requires multiplying by 1000, and converting from m to mm requires multiplying by 1000 as well. Therefore, converting from km to mm involves multiplying by 1,000,000 (1000 * 1000).
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Practice Problems:
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25cscott poses a practice problem: "How many millimeters are in 5 meters?" This problem can be solved by multiplying 5 meters by 1000 (1 meter = 1000 mm).
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MC states "5000 millimeters," which aligns with the conversion mentioned above.
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Nancy Smith presents a real-world scenario involving tree heights, asking how many centimeters taller the first tree is. This question involves converting meters to centimeters.
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deez nuts cadice inquires about the length relationships between meters and kilometers, showcasing an interest in conversion.
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Cavan P offers insight into the meaning of the prefix 'kilo,' stating that there are 1000 meters in every kilometer and 0.001 kilometers in every meter.
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In conclusion, the conversation covers a spectrum of topics related to length measurements, metric prefixes, and conversion between different units, demonstrating a collective effort to understand and apply these fundamental concepts in practical scenarios.
