Convert perch to centimeter
Please provide values below to convert perch [perch] to centimeter [cm], or Convert centimeter to perch.
How to Convert Perch to Centimeter
1 perch = 502.92 cm
Example: convert 15 perch to cm:
15 perch = 15 × 502.92 cm = 7543.8 cm
Perch to Centimeter Conversion Table
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Perch
A perch is a unit of length equal to a rod, which is 16.5 feet.
History/Origin
The term "perch" has been used as a unit of measurement since medieval times and was often used interchangeably with "rod" and "pole."
Current Use
The perch is an obsolete unit of measurement.
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.