1 Centimeters to Millimeters

Conversion Overview:
Converting centimeters to millimeters is straightforward. The conversion factor is that 1 centimeter (cm) equals 10 millimeters (mm).

Formula:

$\text{Millimeters (mm)}=\text{Centimeters (cm)}\times 10$

Example Calculation:
To convert 1 cm to mm: 1 cm×10=10 mm

Practical Examples:

• A Paperclip: A standard small paperclip is about 1 cm in length.
• A Pea: The diameter of a small pea is roughly 1 cm.
• A Fingernail Width: The width of an average adult fingernail is around 1 cm.

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By understanding and using this simple conversion, you can easily switch between centimeters and millimeters for any measurement tasks you encounter.