Convert Atomic mass unit to decigram
Please provide values below to convert Atomic mass unit [u] to decigram [dg], or Convert decigram to Atomic mass unit.
How to Convert Atomic Mass Unit to Decigram
1 u = 1.6605390666e-23 dg
Example: convert 15 u to dg:
15 u = 15 × 1.6605390666e-23 dg = 2.4908085999e-22 dg
Atomic Mass Unit to Decigram Conversion Table
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Atomic Mass Unit
The atomic mass unit (u) is a standard unit of mass used to express atomic and molecular weights, defined as one twelfth of the mass of a carbon-12 atom.
History/Origin
The atomic mass unit was introduced in the early 20th century to provide a convenient scale for atomic weights. It was originally based on the mass of hydrogen but was later standardized to be one twelfth of the mass of a carbon-12 atom, which was adopted as a reference in 1961 by the IUPAC.
Current Use
The atomic mass unit is widely used in chemistry and physics to express atomic and molecular masses, facilitating calculations in molecular chemistry, nuclear physics, and related fields.
Decigram
A decigram (dg) is a unit of mass equal to one-tenth of a gram, or 0.1 grams.
History/Origin
The decigram is part of the metric system, which was developed in France in the late 18th century to standardize measurements. It has been used primarily in scientific and technical contexts to provide precise mass measurements.
Current Use
Decigrams are used in scientific, laboratory, and nutritional contexts where small mass measurements are required, although grams are more commonly used in everyday applications.