Convert kilowatt-second to gigaton
Please provide values below to convert kilowatt-second [kW*s] to gigaton [Gton], or Convert gigaton to kilowatt-second.
How to Convert Kilowatt-Second to Gigaton
1 kW*s = 2.39005736137667e-16 Gton
Example: convert 15 kW*s to Gton:
15 kW*s = 15 × 2.39005736137667e-16 Gton = 3.58508604206501e-15 Gton
Kilowatt-Second to Gigaton Conversion Table
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Kilowatt-Second
A kilowatt-second (kW·s) is a unit of energy equal to the energy transferred or converted when a power of one kilowatt is applied for one second.
History/Origin
The kilowatt-second has been used historically in physics and engineering to quantify energy, especially in contexts where power and time are relevant, but it is less common than other energy units like joules or kilowatt-hours.
Current Use
Today, the kilowatt-second is primarily used in specialized fields such as electrical engineering and energy calculations, often for convenience in measuring short-term energy transfer, but it is largely replaced by the joule in most applications.
Gigaton
A gigaton (Gton) is a unit of mass equal to one billion metric tons or 10^9 metric tons.
History/Origin
The gigaton has been used in scientific and environmental contexts to quantify large-scale phenomena such as greenhouse gas emissions and ice mass changes, gaining prominence in climate science discussions since the late 20th century.
Current Use
Currently, the gigaton is used to measure and communicate large quantities of emissions, such as annual carbon dioxide emissions from countries or sectors, and to assess changes in global ice mass and other large-scale environmental metrics.