Meters
from class: Math for Non-Math Majors Definition A meter is the base unit of length in the International System of Units (SI). It is defined as the distance light travels in a vacuum in 1/299,792,458 seconds.
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Predict what's on your test 5 Must Know Facts For Your Next Test One meter is equivalent to 100 centimeters or 1,000 millimeters. The meter was originally defined in 1793 based on one ten-millionth of the distance from the equator to the North Pole. In scientific notation, a meter can be expressed as 'm'. Meters are commonly used to measure medium to large distances such as those between objects or within a room. The metric system uses meters for various applications including architectural plans and geographical surveys. Review Questions How many centimeters are there in one meter? What is the current definition of a meter based on? What unit is used alongside meters to measure smaller lengths?
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