Convert dyne centimeter to gigajoule
Please provide values below to convert dyne centimeter [dyn*cm] to gigajoule [GJ], or Convert gigajoule to dyne centimeter.
How to Convert Dyne Centimeter to Gigajoule
1 dyn*cm = 1e-16 GJ
Example: convert 15 dyn*cm to GJ:
15 dyn*cm = 15 × 1e-16 GJ = 1.5e-15 GJ
Dyne Centimeter to Gigajoule Conversion Table
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Dyne Centimeter
A dyne centimeter (dyn·cm) is a unit of energy or work equal to the work done when a force of one dyne acts over a distance of one centimeter.
History/Origin
The dyne centimeter originated from the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system of units, commonly used in physics before the adoption of the SI system, to measure small amounts of energy or work.
Current Use
Today, the dyne centimeter is primarily used in theoretical physics and specialized fields dealing with CGS units, but it is largely replaced by the joule in most practical applications.
Gigajoule
A gigajoule (GJ) is a unit of energy equal to one billion joules, used to measure large amounts of energy such as in power generation and fuel consumption.
History/Origin
The gigajoule was introduced as part of the International System of Units (SI) to provide a standard measure for large-scale energy quantities, especially in scientific and industrial contexts, gaining prominence in the 20th century.
Current Use
Gigajoules are commonly used today to quantify energy in fields like energy production, consumption, and engineering, particularly for large-scale systems such as power plants, fuel storage, and energy audits.