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📐 Length Unit Conversion
Length units measure distance. Common conversions include:
1 meter = 3.28084 feet - Standard conversion for construction and engineering
1 kilometer = 0.621371 miles - Used for road distances and running events
1 inch = 2.54 cm - Exact conversion for manufacturing and design
1 foot = 0.3048 meters - Common in real estate and architecture
1 mile = 1.60934 kilometers - Used in the US and UK for road distances
⚖️ Mass/Weight Unit Conversion
1 kilogram = 2.20462 pounds - Standard weight conversion
1 pound = 0.453592 kilograms - Used in the US for body weight and cooking
1 gram = 0.035274 ounces - For small measurements in cooking and science
1 ounce = 28.3495 grams - Common in food packaging and recipes
1 stone = 6.35029 kg - Used in the UK and Ireland for body weight
🧴 Volume Unit Conversion
1 liter = 0.264172 gallons - International standard for liquids
1 gallon (US) = 3.78541 liters - Common for fuel and large liquid volumes
1 cup = 0.236588 liters - Standard cooking measurement
1 milliliter = 0.001 liters - For precise liquid measurements
1 quart = 0.946353 liters - Used in cooking and automotive fluids
🌡️ Temperature Unit Conversion
°F to °C: Subtract 32, then multiply by 5/9
°C to °F: Multiply by 9/5, then add 32
°C to K: Add 273.15
K to °C: Subtract 273.15
Water freezes at 0°C = 32°F = 273.15 K
Water boils at 100°C = 212°F = 373.15 K
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the difference between metric and imperial units?
Metric system (SI) is based on powers of 10 and used in most countries. Imperial system is used primarily in the US and a few other countries. Metric includes meters, kilograms, liters; Imperial includes feet, pounds, gallons.
How do I convert meters to feet?
Multiply meters by 3.28084. For example, 10 m × 3.28084 = 32.8084 ft. Our converter does this automatically.
How many grams are in a pound?
There are 453.592 grams in one pound. For quick estimation, 1 lb ≈ 454 g.
What's the difference between a US gallon and a UK gallon?
US gallon = 3.78541 liters, UK (Imperial) gallon = 4.54609 liters. This converter uses US gallons.
Why are there different temperature scales?
Celsius is based on water's freezing/boiling points. Fahrenheit was developed earlier with a different zero point. Kelvin is an absolute scale used in science starting at absolute zero.