The square metre, symbolized by "m²", is the SI unit of area and represents a square with a side length of one metre. The square meter is probably the best known and most widely used unit of area and plays a central role in many everyday, industrial and scientific contexts.

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Use of the square meter:

  • Construction: In the construction of buildings, houses or other structures, the square meter is used to describe the size of rooms, lots or building facades.
  • Living space: In real estate advertisements or rental contracts, the living space is given in square meters.
  • Trade: Carpets, floor coverings or wallpaper are often sold by the square meter.
  • Sport: The size of sports fields, such as soccer pitches, is often given in square meters.
  • Science: In various scientific contexts, especially in geography, biology or physics, the square meter is used to measure areas.

Conversion to other area units:

  • Square kilometer (km²): One square meter is equal to 0.000001.
  • Hectare (ha): One square meter corresponds to 0.0001.
  • Ar: One square meter equals 0.01.
  • Square decimeter (dm²): One square meter is equal to 100 dm².
  • Square centimeter (cm²): One square meter is equal to 10,000 cm².
  • Squaremillimeter (mm²): One square meter is equal to 1,000,000 mm².

Due to its clear relationship to other area units and its intuitive size, it is the preferred unit for describing areas in a variety of applications. Its conversion to other area units is direct and straightforward.

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