Convert centimeter to rod
Please provide values below to convert centimeter [cm] to rod [rd], or Convert rod to centimeter.
How to Convert Centimeter to Rod
1 cm = 0.00198838781515947 rd
Example: convert 15 cm to rd:
15 cm = 15 × 0.00198838781515947 rd = 0.029825817227392 rd
Centimeter to Rod Conversion Table
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Centimeter
A centimeter is a unit of length in the metric system, equal to one-hundredth of a meter.
History/Origin
The prefix "centi-" comes from the Latin word "centum," meaning hundred. The centimeter was part of the original metric system established in France in 1795.
Current Use
The centimeter is a very common unit of measurement for everyday objects and is used in many fields, including science, engineering, and fashion.
Rod
A rod, also known as a perch or pole, is a unit of length equal to 16.5 feet, or 5.5 yards.
History/Origin
The rod has been used as a unit of measurement in England since at least the 13th century. It was a convenient length for measuring land.
Current Use
The rod is now an archaic unit of measurement, though it may still be encountered in old land deeds.