Convert long cubit to centimeter
Please provide values below to convert long cubit [long cubit] to centimeter [cm], or Convert centimeter to long cubit.
How to Convert Long Cubit to Centimeter
1 long cubit = 53.34 cm
Example: convert 15 long cubit to cm:
15 long cubit = 15 × 53.34 cm = 800.1 cm
Long Cubit to Centimeter Conversion Table
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Long Cubit
A long cubit is an ancient unit of length, slightly longer than the common cubit. Its length varied but was often around 20.6 inches.
History/Origin
The long cubit, or royal cubit, was used in ancient Egypt for monumental construction.
Current Use
The long cubit is an obsolete unit of measurement.
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.