Convert micrometer to fingerbreadth
Please provide values below to convert micrometer [µm] to fingerbreadth [fingerbreadth], or Convert fingerbreadth to micrometer.
How to Convert Micrometer to Fingerbreadth
1 µm = 5.249343832021e-05 fingerbreadth
Example: convert 15 µm to fingerbreadth:
15 µm = 15 × 5.249343832021e-05 fingerbreadth = 0.000787401574803149 fingerbreadth
Micrometer to Fingerbreadth Conversion Table
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Micrometer
A micrometer, also known as a micron, is a unit of length equal to one-millionth of a meter.
History/Origin
The term "micron" and the symbol µ were officially declared obsolete by the General Conference on Weights and Measures (CGPM) in 1967, and "micrometer" became the official term.
Current Use
The micrometer is a common unit for measuring the wavelength of infrared radiation, as well as the size of biological cells and bacteria. It is also widely used in technology and engineering.
Fingerbreadth
A fingerbreadth is an ancient unit of length, based on the width of a finger, approximately 3/4 of an inch.
History/Origin
The fingerbreadth was a common unit of measurement in many ancient cultures.
Current Use
The fingerbreadth is an obsolete unit of measurement.