Convert megaelectron-volt to calorie (th)
Please provide values below to convert megaelectron-volt [MeV] to calorie (th) [cal (th)], or Convert calorie (th) to megaelectron-volt.
How to Convert Megaelectron-Volt to Calorie (Th)
1 MeV = 3.8292940583174e-14 cal (th)
Example: convert 15 MeV to cal (th):
15 MeV = 15 × 3.8292940583174e-14 cal (th) = 5.7439410874761e-13 cal (th)
Megaelectron-Volt to Calorie (Th) Conversion Table
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Megaelectron-Volt
A megaelectron-volt (MeV) is a unit of energy equal to one million electron-volts, commonly used in nuclear and particle physics to express the energy of particles.
History/Origin
The megaelectron-volt was introduced as a convenient unit for expressing high-energy particles in physics, particularly after the development of particle accelerators in the mid-20th century, replacing the electron-volt for larger energy scales.
Current Use
Today, the MeV is widely used in nuclear physics, particle physics, and astrophysics to quantify the energy of subatomic particles, nuclear reactions, and cosmic phenomena.
Calorie (Th)
The calorie (th) is a unit of energy used to quantify the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one kilogram of water by one degree Celsius.
History/Origin
The calorie (th) was historically used in the context of thermochemistry and nutrition, originating from the calorie concept in the 19th century. It has largely been replaced by the joule in scientific contexts but remains in common use in some regions and fields.
Current Use
Today, the calorie (th) is primarily used in nutrition labeling and food energy measurements, especially in regions where the thermochemical calorie is still recognized, although the joule is the SI standard.