Convert centinewton to kilonewton
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Definition and details for centinewton:
Centinewton (cN) is a metric unit of force equal to 0,01 newtons, or 1 kilodyne, or about 1.019 72 gf. This unit is used in engineering as a substitute for the gram of force (gf), since it's nearly equal to it.
Definition and details for kilonewton:
Kilonewton (kN) is a common metric unit of force equal to 1000 newtons, which is the exact force that will accelerate a mass of 1 metric ton (1000 kg) at the rate of 1 meter per second per second.