Square Centimeter Converter
Convert square centimeters (cm²) to other area units instantly
Square Meters (m²)
0.01
Square Feet (ft²)
0.107639
Square Inches (in²)
15.5
Square Yards (yd²)
0.01196
Understanding Square Centimeters (cm²)
A square centimeter (cm²) is a metric unit of area equal to a square that is one centimeter on each side. It's commonly used for measuring small areas in scientific, engineering, and everyday applications.
Common Conversions
- 1 cm² = 0.0001 square meters (m²)
- 1 cm² = 0.155 square inches (in²)
- 1 cm² = 0.001076 square feet (ft²)
Practical Applications
Square centimeters are frequently used in:
- Medical measurements and bandages
- Small electronic components
- Scientific experiments
- Paper and packaging dimensions