Why is one meter equal to 1000 millimeters?

Answer 1

You could look up the definitions of both units in the Handbook of Chemistry and Physics.

Answer 2

One meter is equal to 1000 millimeters because the metric system is based on multiples of 10. In this case, a meter is divided into 1000 equal parts to create millimeters. This makes conversions between meters and millimeters easier and more straightforward.

Answer 3

Well milli means 1 thousandth. and secondly, pick up a meter ruler and count the mm graduations before you hit 1m

Answer 4

10mm=1cm

100cm=1m

convert meter to millimeters

1mx100cm/1mx10mm/1cm=1000mm