Hectare [ha] to Square Millimeter [mm2] Converter

Definition: A hectare (ha) is a non-SI metric unit of area equal to 10,000 square meters. It is primarily used for measuring land area.

History/origin: The hectare was adopted as a unit of area following the French Revolution, along with the metric system. It is derived from the word 'hecto,' meaning one hundred, and 'are,' which is a unit of area equal to 100 square meters.

Current use: Hectares are commonly used in agriculture, forestry, land management, and urban planning to measure large areas of land. It's a widely used unit in many countries, particularly for agricultural land.

Definition: A square millimeter (mm²) is a unit of area in the metric system. It is the area of a square with sides that are one millimeter in length. It is equal to one millionth of a square meter.

History/origin: The square millimeter is derived from the millimeter, which is a decimal fraction of the meter, the SI base unit of length. As a unit of area, it follows the same historical development as the meter.

Current use: Square millimeters are used for measuring very small areas, such as the cross-sectional area of wires, thin films, or small electronic components. They are common in scientific research, engineering, and manufacturing where precise measurement of small areas is required.