1. What is Square Meters to Acres Conversion?

The conversion from square meters to acres is commonly used in real estate, agriculture, and land measurement. It involves converting metric area units (square meters) to imperial units (acres) through an intermediate conversion to square feet.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the following formula:

Where:

• 10.7639 — Square feet in one square meter
• 43,560 — Square feet in one acre

Explanation: First converts square meters to square feet, then converts square feet to acres.

3. Importance of Area Conversion

Details: Accurate area conversion is essential for land transactions, agricultural planning, and construction projects where different measurement systems are used.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the area in square meters. The value must be positive. The calculator will automatically compute the equivalent area in acres.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why convert through square feet?
A: The conversion uses square feet as an intermediate step because the acre is defined in square feet (1 acre = 43,560 sq ft).

Q2: How precise is this conversion?
A: The conversion factor 10.7639 is precise to 4 decimal places (1 m² = 10.7639 sq ft exactly).

Q3: What's the difference between acres and hectares?
A: 1 hectare = 10,000 m² = 2.47105 acres. Hectares are metric units while acres are imperial.

Q4: When would I need this conversion?
A: Common uses include comparing international property sizes, agricultural land measurement, and academic calculations.

Q5: Can I convert acres back to square meters?
A: Yes, by reversing the formula: m² = (Acres × 43560) / 10.7639