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How do I convert metric and US measurements?

By Bonnie Hamre, About.com

Question: How do I convert metric and US measurements?
Answer: I sometimes need help converting measurements to and from metric and use these handy charts.

They're equally useful in translating metric to US measurements, and for learning the formulas.

  • Area Conversion Charts:
    convert centimeters, meters, kilometers, hectares, inches, feet, yards and acres.

  • Imperial/US/Metric Conversion Charts:
    convert ounces, grams, pounds and liters

  • Length Conversion Charts:
    convert meters, kilometers, inches, feet, yards and miles

  • Mass Conversion Charts:
    convert grams, kilograms, tonnes, ounces, pounds and tons

  • Temperature Conversion Charts:
    convert Celsius and Fahrenheit

  • Volume Conversion Charts:
    convert milliliters, liters, cubic meters, ounces, pints, quarts, gallons, cups and teaspoons

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