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Unit Converter

Convert between different units of measurement - length, weight, volume, temperature, and area

Unit Conversion Guide

Common Conversions

  • • 1 kilometer = 0.621 miles
  • • 1 pound = 0.454 kilograms
  • • 1 liter = 0.264 gallons
  • • 0°C = 32°F (freezing point)
  • • 1 hectare = 2.47 acres

Why Convert Units?

  • ✓ International communication and standards
  • ✓ Scientific and engineering calculations
  • ✓ Cooking and recipe measurements
  • ✓ Travel and distance comparisons
  • ✓ Weight management and fitness tracking

Metric System

The metric system uses base units with prefixes:

  • • kilo (k) = 1,000
  • • centi (c) = 0.01
  • • milli (m) = 0.001

Temperature Conversion

  • • °C to °F: (°C × 9/5) + 32
  • • °F to °C: (°F - 32) × 5/9
  • • K to °C: K - 273.15

📌 Quick Tips

  • ✓ Always double-check the source and target units before converting
  • ✓ Metric units are based on powers of 10, making conversions easier
  • ✓ Temperature conversions are not linear like other units
  • ✓ Use this tool for cooking, travel, fitness, and academic purposes