Convert gerah (Biblical Hebrew) to picogram
Please provide values below to convert gerah (Biblical Hebrew) [gerah (BH)] to picogram [pg], or Convert picogram to gerah (Biblical Hebrew).
How to Convert Gerah (Biblical Hebrew) to Picogram
1 gerah (BH) = 571200000000 pg
Example: convert 15 gerah (BH) to pg:
15 gerah (BH) = 15 × 571200000000 pg = 8568000000000 pg
Gerah (Biblical Hebrew) to Picogram Conversion Table
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Gerah (Biblical Hebrew)
The gerah is a biblical Hebrew unit of weight, traditionally used for measuring small quantities such as precious metals and spices.
History/Origin
Originating in ancient Israel, the gerah was used during biblical times as a standard weight unit, often referenced in religious texts and transactions. It is believed to be approximately 0.65 grams.
Current Use
Today, the gerah is primarily of historical and biblical interest, with limited modern application. It is used in scholarly contexts and for understanding ancient measurements and texts.
Picogram
A picogram (pg) is a unit of mass equal to one trillionth (10^-12) of a gram.
History/Origin
The picogram was introduced as part of the metric system to measure extremely small masses, especially in scientific and laboratory contexts, as a subdivision of the gram in the SI unit system.
Current Use
Picograms are used in scientific fields such as biology, chemistry, and physics to measure very small quantities of substances, including DNA, proteins, and other microscopic materials.