Convert Sun's mass to Atomic mass unit
Please provide values below to convert Sun's mass [M_sun] to Atomic mass unit [u], or Convert Atomic mass unit to Sun's mass.
How to Convert Sun's Mass to Atomic Mass Unit
1 M_sun = 1.19780379757794e+57 u
Example: convert 15 M_sun to u:
15 M_sun = 15 × 1.19780379757794e+57 u = 1.7967056963669e+58 u
Sun's Mass to Atomic Mass Unit Conversion Table
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Sun's Mass
The Sun's mass (M_sun) is a standard unit of mass used in astronomy to express the mass of other stars and celestial objects, approximately equal to 1.989 × 10^30 kilograms.
History/Origin
The concept of using the Sun's mass as a unit originated in the early 20th century as astronomers sought a convenient standard for stellar masses. It became widely adopted in astrophysics for its practicality and ease of comparison.
Current Use
Today, M_sun is commonly used in astrophysics and astronomy to describe the mass of stars, planets, and other celestial bodies, facilitating standardized communication and calculations within the scientific community.
Atomic Mass Unit
The atomic mass unit (u) is a standard unit of mass used to express atomic and molecular weights, defined as one twelfth of the mass of a carbon-12 atom.
History/Origin
The atomic mass unit was introduced in the early 20th century to provide a convenient scale for atomic weights. It was originally based on the mass of hydrogen but was later standardized to be one twelfth of the mass of a carbon-12 atom, which was adopted as a reference in 1961 by the IUPAC.
Current Use
The atomic mass unit is widely used in chemistry and physics to express atomic and molecular masses, facilitating calculations in molecular chemistry, nuclear physics, and related fields.