Convert carat to Sun's mass
Please provide values below to convert carat [car, ct] to Sun's mass [M_sun], or Convert Sun's mass to carat.
How to Convert Carat to Sun's Mass
1 car, ct = 1.00553041729512e-34 M_sun
Example: convert 15 car, ct to M_sun:
15 car, ct = 15 × 1.00553041729512e-34 M_sun = 1.50829562594268e-33 M_sun
Carat to Sun's Mass Conversion Table
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Carat
A carat is a unit of mass used to measure gemstones and pearls, equal to 200 milligrams.
History/Origin
The carat originated from the carob seed, which was historically used as a counterweight in balance scales due to its uniform weight. The term has been used since the 16th century to measure precious stones.
Current Use
Today, the carat is primarily used in the jewelry industry to specify the weight of diamonds and other gemstones, with 1 carat equaling 0.2 grams.
Sun's Mass
The Sun's mass (M_sun) is a standard unit of mass used in astronomy to express the mass of other stars and celestial objects, approximately equal to 1.989 × 10^30 kilograms.
History/Origin
The concept of using the Sun's mass as a unit originated in the early 20th century as astronomers sought a convenient standard for stellar masses. It became widely adopted in astrophysics for its practicality and ease of comparison.
Current Use
Today, M_sun is commonly used in astrophysics and astronomy to describe the mass of stars, planets, and other celestial bodies, facilitating standardized communication and calculations within the scientific community.