Convert gram-force/sq. centimeter to terapascal
Please provide values below to convert gram-force/sq. centimeter [gf/cm^2] to terapascal [TPa], or Convert terapascal to gram-force/sq. centimeter.
How to Convert Gram-Force/sq. Centimeter to Terapascal
1 gf/cm^2 = 9.80665e-11 TPa
Example: convert 15 gf/cm^2 to TPa:
15 gf/cm^2 = 15 × 9.80665e-11 TPa = 1.4709975e-09 TPa
Gram-Force/sq. Centimeter to Terapascal Conversion Table
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Gram-Force/sq. Centimeter
Gram-force per square centimeter (gf/cm²) is a unit of pressure representing the force exerted by one gram-force applied over an area of one square centimeter.
History/Origin
The unit originated from the use of gram-force, a non-SI unit of force based on the gram, and was commonly used in engineering and scientific contexts before the adoption of SI units. It was primarily used in regions and industries where the metric system was prevalent.
Current Use
Today, gf/cm² is largely considered obsolete and is rarely used in modern scientific or engineering applications. Pressure measurements are typically expressed in pascals (Pa) or bar, but the unit may still appear in legacy systems or specific niche contexts.
Terapascal
A terapascal (TPa) is a unit of pressure equal to one trillion pascals (10^12 Pa).
History/Origin
The terapascal was introduced as part of the International System of Units (SI) to measure extremely high pressures, especially in scientific research involving materials under extreme conditions, such as in geophysics and high-energy physics.
Current Use
The terapascal is used in scientific fields to quantify very high pressures, such as in studying Earth's deep interior, material science, and high-pressure physics experiments.