Convert Meters Per Second to Kilometers Per Hour
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Converting Meters Per Second to Kilometers Per Hour
Converting meters per second to kilometers per hour is common in scientific contexts, weather reporting, and when translating between scientific measurements and everyday speed expressions.
Mathematical Relationship
The mathematical relation between meters per second and kilometers per hour is: 1 m/s = 3.6 km/h. To convert a speed in meters per second to kilometers per hour, multiply the m/s value by 3.6.
Common Conversion Values
| Meters Per Second | Kilometers Per Hour |
|---|---|
| 1 | 3.6 |
| 5 | 18 |
| 10 | 36 |
| 20 | 72 |
| 30 | 108 |
Unit Definitions
Meters Per Second
Meters per second (symbol: m/s) is the SI unit of speed and velocity, representing the number of meters traveled in one second. It is commonly used in physics, engineering, and scientific contexts.
Kilometers Per Hour
Kilometers per hour (symbol: km/h) is a unit of speed in the metric system, representing the number of kilometers traveled in one hour. It is the standard unit for road speed limits in most countries worldwide.