Convert point to kilometer
Please provide values below to convert point [point] to kilometer [km], or Convert kilometer to point.
How to Convert Point to Kilometer
1 point = 3.527778e-07 km
Example: convert 15 point to km:
15 point = 15 × 3.527778e-07 km = 5.291667e-06 km
Point to Kilometer Conversion Table
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Point
A point is a unit of typographical measurement. In the context of printing, it is approximately 1/72 of an inch.
History/Origin
The point system of typography was developed in the 18th century. It provides a standardized way to measure font sizes and leading.
Current Use
The point is the standard unit for measuring font sizes in both print and digital media.
Kilometer
A kilometer is a unit of length in the metric system, equal to one thousand meters.
History/Origin
The term "kilometer" is derived from the Greek words "khilioi" (thousand) and "metron" (measure). The kilometer was first defined as part of the metric system in France in 1795.
Current Use
The kilometer is the most widely used unit of distance for road signs and travel distances in the world, with the notable exceptions of the United States and the United Kingdom.