Convert picopascal to dyne/square centimeter
Please provide values below to convert picopascal [pPa] to dyne/square centimeter [dyn/cm^2], or Convert dyne/square centimeter to picopascal.
How to Convert Picopascal to Dyne/square Centimeter
1 pPa = 1e-11 dyn/cm^2
Example: convert 15 pPa to dyn/cm^2:
15 pPa = 15 × 1e-11 dyn/cm^2 = 1.5e-10 dyn/cm^2
Picopascal to Dyne/square Centimeter Conversion Table
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Picopascal
The picopascal (pPa) is a unit of pressure equal to 10^-12 pascals, representing an extremely small pressure measurement.
History/Origin
The picopascal was introduced as part of the SI prefixes to measure very low pressures, primarily in scientific research and specialized fields requiring high precision. Its usage has been limited due to the small magnitude of the unit.
Current Use
Currently, the picopascal is rarely used in practical applications but may be employed in scientific experiments involving ultra-low pressure measurements or in theoretical contexts where extremely small pressure values are relevant.
Dyne/square Centimeter
A dyne per square centimeter (dyn/cm^2) is a unit of pressure representing the force of one dyne applied over an area of one square centimeter.
History/Origin
The dyne is a unit of force in the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system, introduced in the 19th century. The dyn/cm^2 has been used primarily in physics and engineering to measure pressure in CGS units before the widespread adoption of the SI system.
Current Use
Today, the dyn/cm^2 is rarely used outside specialized scientific contexts; pressure is more commonly expressed in pascals (Pa) in the SI system. However, it remains relevant in certain fields like astrophysics and plasma physics where CGS units are still employed.