What is a centimeter?

A centimeter (cm) is a metric unit of length equal to one hundredth of a meter, used commonly for everyday and scientific measurements of small to moderate lengths.

Where is a furlong mainly used?

The furlong is mainly used in horse racing, historical land measurement, farming records, and traditional surveying contexts.

Why convert from centimeters to furlongs?

Converting from centimeters to furlongs helps translate precise metric measurements into traditional imperial units useful for historical documents, sporting descriptions, and land surveys.

How to Convert from Centimeter [cm] to Furlong [fur]?

Learn how to convert length measurements from centimeters to furlongs, units used respectively in metric and imperial systems. This guide covers definitions, use cases, and step-by-step instructions for this unit conversion.

Centimeter [cm]

Furlong [fur]

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Centimeter [cm] to Furlong [fur] Conversion Table

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Start Value

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Centimeter [cm] to Furlong [fur] Conversion Table
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What Is This Tool?

This unit converter tool transforms length measurements from centimeters, a metric unit, into furlongs, an imperial/US customary unit. It is useful for converting modern metric data into traditional units used in specific fields.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the length value in centimeters
Select 'centimeter [cm]' as the input unit
Choose 'furlong [fur]' as the output unit
Click convert to see the equivalent measurement in furlongs

Key Features

Converts length values between centimeter and furlong units
Easy-to-use, browser-based interface for quick conversions
Supports use in fields like horse racing, historical research, and land surveying

Examples

100 cm converts to 0.00497097 furlongs
500 cm converts to 0.02485485 furlongs

Common Use Cases

Measuring small and moderate lengths in centimeters for everyday and scientific use
Converting to furlongs for horse racing distance descriptions
Translating measurements for historical land surveys and agricultural records

Tips & Best Practices

Use the converter to cross-reference modern measurements with traditional units
Verify unit selections before converting for accurate results
Be mindful that furlongs are more applicable to larger distances and traditional contexts

Limitations

Furlongs are rarely used in modern scientific and engineering work
Small distance conversions may lose precision due to furlong's large scale relative to centimeters
Furlong is not widely standardized outside certain English-speaking regions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a centimeter?: A centimeter (cm) is a metric unit of length equal to one hundredth of a meter, used commonly for everyday and scientific measurements of small to moderate lengths.
Where is a furlong mainly used?: The furlong is mainly used in horse racing, historical land measurement, farming records, and traditional surveying contexts.
Why convert from centimeters to furlongs?: Converting from centimeters to furlongs helps translate precise metric measurements into traditional imperial units useful for historical documents, sporting descriptions, and land surveys.

Key Terminology

Centimeter [cm]: A metric length unit equal to one hundredth of a meter, used to measure small and moderate distances.
Furlong [fur]: An imperial unit of length equal to 220 yards or 201.168 meters, traditionally used in horse racing and land measurement.
Conversion Rate: The fixed factor used to translate a measurement from centimeters to furlongs: 1 cm = 0.0000497097 furlong.

Quick Knowledge Check

Which unit is larger?

Centimeter [cm]

Furlong [fur]

Both are equal

What is the primary use of furlongs today?

Scientific experiments

Horse racing and traditional land measurement

Measuring smartphone size

How many furlongs equal one centimeter approximately?

0.0000497097 furlong

0.0497097 furlong

0.000497097 furlong

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