Meter to Decameter Converter
Convert meters to decameters instantly. 10 meters = 1 decameter
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Meter to Decameter Converter
Convert meters to decameters instantly for length measurement
Quick values:
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Result in Decameter
0 Decameter
Formula: Decameter = Meter ÷ 10
Centimeter
1,000 cm
Kilometer
0.01 km
Foot
32.81 ft
Yard
10.94 yd
Common Conversions
| Meter | Decameter | Centimeter | Foot |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Meter | 0.10 Decameter | 100 Centimeter | 3.28 Foot |
| 5 Meter | 0.50 Decameter | 500 Centimeter | 16.40 Foot |
| 10 Meter | 1.00 Decameter | 1000 Centimeter | 32.81 Foot |
| 20 Meter | 2.00 Decameter | 2000 Centimeter | 65.62 Foot |
| 50 Meter | 5.00 Decameter | 5000 Centimeter | 164.04 Foot |
| 100 Meter | 10.00 Decameter | 10000 Centimeter | 328.08 Foot |
| 500 Meter | 50.00 Decameter | 50000 Centimeter | 1640.42 Foot |
About Meter and Decameter Conversion
Meter and decameter are both units of length in the metric system. Meter is the base unit of the metric system, while decameter equals 10 meters.
What is a Meter?
A meter (m) is the base unit of length in the International System of Units (SI). It is defined as the distance traveled by light in vacuum in 1/299,792,458 of a second.
What is a Decameter?
A decameter (dam) is a unit of length in the metric system equal to 10 meters or 1000 centimeters. It is commonly used in surveying and measuring moderate distances.
Conversion Formula
Where 10 Meter = 1 Decameter:
- 10 Meter = 1 Decameter
- 1 Meter = 0.1 Decameter
- 100 Meter = 10 Decameter
Quick Reference Table
| Meter | Decameter | Centimeter |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.1 | 100 |
| 5 | 0.5 | 500 |
| 10 | 1 | 1000 |
| 50 | 5 | 5000 |
| 100 | 10 | 10000 |
Note: This converter follows the international metric standard where 10 meters = 1 decameter.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many decameters in 10 meters?
10 meters = 1 decameter. This is the standard metric system conversion.
How to convert meters to decameters?
To convert meters to decameters, divide the meter value by 10. Formula: Decameters = Meters ÷ 10. Example: 50 meters = 50 ÷ 10 = 5 decameters.
How many decameters in 1 meter?
1 meter = 0.1 decameters. This is simple division: 1 ÷ 10 = 0.1.
Where is decameter used?
Decameter is commonly used in land surveying, agricultural land measurement, and moderate distance measurement. It is a convenient metric unit between meter and hectometer.
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