Convert micrometer to ken
Please provide values below to convert micrometer [µm] to ken [ken], or Convert ken to micrometer.
How to Convert Micrometer to Ken
1 µm = 4.72063294246493e-07 ken
Example: convert 15 µm to ken:
15 µm = 15 × 4.72063294246493e-07 ken = 7.08094941369739e-06 ken
Micrometer to Ken Conversion Table
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Micrometer
A micrometer, also known as a micron, is a unit of length equal to one-millionth of a meter.
History/Origin
The term "micron" and the symbol µ were officially declared obsolete by the General Conference on Weights and Measures (CGPM) in 1967, and "micrometer" became the official term.
Current Use
The micrometer is a common unit for measuring the wavelength of infrared radiation, as well as the size of biological cells and bacteria. It is also widely used in technology and engineering.
Ken
The ken is a traditional Japanese unit of length, equal to six Japanese feet (shaku). Its length has varied over time, but it is now standardized at 1.818 meters.
History/Origin
The ken was traditionally used in Japanese architecture and land measurement.
Current Use
The ken is still used in traditional Japanese carpentry and architecture.