Convert Sun's mass to kiloton (metric)
Please provide values below to convert Sun's mass [M_sun] to kiloton (metric) [kt], or Convert kiloton (metric) to Sun's mass.
How to Convert Sun's Mass to Kiloton (Metric)
1 M_sun = 1.989e+24 kt
Example: convert 15 M_sun to kt:
15 M_sun = 15 × 1.989e+24 kt = 2.9835e+25 kt
Sun's Mass to Kiloton (Metric) Conversion Table
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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.
Kiloton (Metric)
A kiloton (kt) is a unit of mass equal to 1,000 metric tons or 1,000,000 kilograms.
History/Origin
The term 'kiloton' originated in the 20th century, primarily used in military and scientific contexts to measure large quantities of explosive energy or mass, especially in nuclear weapon yields and large-scale industrial measurements.
Current Use
Today, kilotons are commonly used to express the explosive yield of nuclear weapons, the mass of large objects, and in scientific research related to energy and mass measurements.