Convert square rod to square chain
Please provide values below to convert square rod [sq rd] to square chain [ch^2], or Convert square chain to square rod.
How to Convert Square Rod to Square Chain
1 sq rd = 0.0625000007660267 ch^2
Example: convert 15 sq rd to ch^2:
15 sq rd = 15 × 0.0625000007660267 ch^2 = 0.9375000114904 ch^2
Square Rod to Square Chain Conversion Table
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Square Rod
A square rod is a unit of area equal to the area of a square with sides measuring one rod in length.
History/Origin
The square rod originated in the British Imperial system, historically used in land measurement, particularly in agriculture and surveying, before the adoption of metric units.
Current Use
Today, the square rod is primarily used in real estate, land measurement, and historical contexts, with limited modern application outside of traditional or legal references.
Square Chain
A square chain (ch^2) is a unit of area equal to the area of a square with sides measuring one chain (66 feet) each, equivalent to 4356 square feet.
History/Origin
The square chain originated in land measurement practices in England, particularly used in surveying and land division during the 19th century, especially in the context of the Imperial system.
Current Use
Today, the square chain is largely obsolete and rarely used outside historical or land survey contexts; modern measurements typically employ acres or square meters.