Convert fathom to centimeter
Please provide values below to convert fathom [fath] to centimeter [cm], or Convert centimeter to fathom.
How to Convert Fathom to Centimeter
1 fath = 182.88 cm
Example: convert 15 fath to cm:
15 fath = 15 × 182.88 cm = 2743.2 cm
Fathom to Centimeter Conversion Table
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Fathom
A fathom is a unit of length equal to 6 feet, used especially for measuring the depth of water.
History/Origin
The term "fathom" comes from the Old English word "fæthm," meaning "outstretched arms," as the distance was originally the span of a man's outstretched arms.
Current Use
The fathom is still used in nautical applications, especially in the United States, to measure water depth. It is also used in commercial fishing to measure the length of lines.
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.