Convert Neutron mass to kiloton (metric)
Please provide values below to convert Neutron mass [m_n] to kiloton (metric) [kt], or Convert kiloton (metric) to Neutron mass.
How to Convert Neutron Mass to Kiloton (Metric)
1 m_n = 1.67492749804e-33 kt
Example: convert 15 m_n to kt:
15 m_n = 15 × 1.67492749804e-33 kt = 2.51239124706e-32 kt
Neutron Mass to Kiloton (Metric) Conversion Table
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Neutron Mass
The neutron mass (m_n) is the mass of a neutron, a subatomic particle found in the nucleus of an atom, approximately 1.675 × 10⁻²⁷ kilograms.
History/Origin
The neutron was discovered in 1932 by James Chadwick, leading to the understanding of its mass relative to protons and electrons. The neutron mass has been refined through experimental measurements in nuclear physics.
Current Use
The neutron mass is used in nuclear physics calculations, atomic mass units, and in the 'Weight and Mass' converter for scientific and educational purposes, as part of the 'Common Converters' category.
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.