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The first definition of the metre

Published Thursday, August 13, 2026

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What We Know — Key Points

  • The first definition of the metre, proposed in 1790, was one ten-millionth of the distance between the terrestrial pole and the equator.

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  • The Hindu

    The article emphasizes the historical journey and the scientific efforts behind establishing the metre as a universal standard, highlighting the importance of precise measurement in a hyperconnected world.

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