Convert micropascal to dyne/square centimeter
Please provide values below to convert micropascal [µPa] to dyne/square centimeter [dyn/cm^2], or Convert dyne/square centimeter to micropascal.
How to Convert Micropascal to Dyne/square Centimeter
1 µPa = 1e-05 dyn/cm^2
Example: convert 15 µPa to dyn/cm^2:
15 µPa = 15 × 1e-05 dyn/cm^2 = 0.00015 dyn/cm^2
Micropascal to Dyne/square Centimeter Conversion Table
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Micropascal
The micropascal (µPa) is a unit of pressure equal to one millionth of a pascal, used to measure very low pressures.
History/Origin
The micropascal was introduced as part of the SI unit system to quantify extremely small pressure values, especially in scientific and engineering contexts, though it is rarely used in practical applications.
Current Use
The micropascal is primarily used in scientific research, acoustics, and environmental monitoring where precise measurement of very low pressures is required.
Dyne/square Centimeter
A dyne per square centimeter (dyn/cm^2) is a unit of pressure representing the force of one dyne applied over an area of one square centimeter.
History/Origin
The dyne is a unit of force in the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system, introduced in the 19th century. The dyn/cm^2 has been used primarily in physics and engineering to measure pressure in CGS units before the widespread adoption of the SI system.
Current Use
Today, the dyn/cm^2 is rarely used outside specialized scientific contexts; pressure is more commonly expressed in pascals (Pa) in the SI system. However, it remains relevant in certain fields like astrophysics and plasma physics where CGS units are still employed.