Convert nautical mile (international) to centimeter
Please provide values below to convert nautical mile (international) [NM] to centimeter [cm], or Convert centimeter to nautical mile (international).
How to Convert Nautical Mile (International) to Centimeter
1 NM = 185200 cm
Example: convert 15 NM to cm:
15 NM = 15 × 185200 cm = 2778000 cm
Nautical Mile (International) to Centimeter Conversion Table
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Nautical Mile (International)
The international nautical mile is a unit of length used in marine and air navigation, defined as exactly 1,852 meters.
History/Origin
Historically, a nautical mile was defined as one minute of arc of latitude. The international nautical mile was defined by the First International Extraordinary Hydrographic Conference in Monaco in 1929. The United States adopted it in 1954, and the United Kingdom in 1970.
Current Use
The nautical mile is used for maritime and aviation purposes worldwide.
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.