Convert Russian archin to centimeter
Please provide values below to convert Russian archin [archin] to centimeter [cm], or Convert centimeter to Russian archin.
How to Convert Russian Archin to Centimeter
1 archin = 71.12 cm
Example: convert 15 archin to cm:
15 archin = 15 × 71.12 cm = 1066.8 cm
Russian Archin to Centimeter Conversion Table
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Russian Archin
The Russian archin is an obsolete Russian unit of length, equal to about 28 inches or 71.12 centimeters.
History/Origin
The archin was a common unit of measurement in Russia before the adoption of the metric system.
Current Use
The archin is no longer in use.
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.