Convert newton/square meter to Standard atmosphere
Please provide values below to convert newton/square meter [N/m^2] to Standard atmosphere [atm], or Convert Standard atmosphere to newton/square meter.
How to Convert Newton/square Meter to Standard Atmosphere
1 N/m^2 = 9.86923266716013e-06 atm
Example: convert 15 N/m^2 to atm:
15 N/m^2 = 15 × 9.86923266716013e-06 atm = 0.000148038490007402 atm
Newton/square Meter to Standard Atmosphere Conversion Table
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Newton/square Meter
The newton per square meter (N/m²) is the SI derived unit of pressure, representing the force of one newton applied over an area of one square meter.
History/Origin
The unit was established as part of the International System of Units (SI) in 1960, replacing earlier units like the pascal, which is now the standard SI unit for pressure.
Current Use
N/m², or pascals (Pa), is widely used in science, engineering, and meteorology to measure pressure, stress, and related quantities.
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.