Convert inch mercury (60°F) to Standard atmosphere
Please provide values below to convert inch mercury (60°F) [inHg] to Standard atmosphere [atm], or Convert Standard atmosphere to inch mercury (60°F).
How to Convert Inch Mercury (60°f) to Standard Atmosphere
1 inHg = 0.0333269183320997 atm
Example: convert 15 inHg to atm:
15 inHg = 15 × 0.0333269183320997 atm = 0.499903774981495 atm
Inch Mercury (60°f) to Standard Atmosphere Conversion Table
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Inch Mercury (60°f)
Inch of mercury (60°F) is a unit of pressure measurement representing the height of a column of mercury 1 inch high at 60°F under standard gravity.
History/Origin
Originally used in barometry and meteorology, the inch of mercury has been a standard unit for measuring atmospheric pressure in the Imperial system since the 19th century.
Current Use
It is still used in some regions, such as the United States, primarily for measuring atmospheric pressure in weather reports and aviation, although it is gradually being replaced by Pascals in scientific contexts.
Standard Atmosphere
The standard atmosphere (atm) is a unit of pressure defined as 101,325 pascals, representing the average atmospheric pressure at sea level.
History/Origin
The standard atmosphere was established in the early 20th century to provide a consistent reference for pressure measurements, based on the average atmospheric pressure at sea level under standard conditions.
Current Use
The atm is commonly used in fields such as meteorology, aviation, and engineering to express pressure, especially in contexts involving gases and atmospheric conditions.