Circumference is the perimeter of a circle. It's the total length of the boundary if you "unrolled" the circle into a straight line.
Formulas
- C = 2πr (using radius)
- C = πd (using diameter)
Relationship to Area
Area = πr², so if you know circumference: r = C/(2π), then Area = C²/(4π).
Real-World Example
A bicycle wheel with 26-inch diameter: C = π × 26 ≈ 81.7 inches. Each revolution covers about 6.8 feet.