Convert kilopascal to dyne/square centimeter
Please provide values below to convert kilopascal [kPa] to dyne/square centimeter [dyn/cm^2], or Convert dyne/square centimeter to kilopascal.
How to Convert Kilopascal to Dyne/square Centimeter
1 kPa = 10000 dyn/cm^2
Example: convert 15 kPa to dyn/cm^2:
15 kPa = 15 × 10000 dyn/cm^2 = 150000 dyn/cm^2
Kilopascal to Dyne/square Centimeter Conversion Table
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Kilopascal
The kilopascal (kPa) is a unit of pressure equal to 1,000 pascals, where one pascal is defined as one newton per square meter.
History/Origin
The kilopascal was introduced as part of the metric system to provide a convenient unit for measuring pressure, especially in scientific and engineering contexts, replacing larger units like the bar in many applications.
Current Use
The kilopascal is widely used today in various fields such as meteorology, engineering, and physics to measure pressure, including tire pressure, blood pressure, and atmospheric pressure.
Dyne/square Centimeter
A dyne per square centimeter (dyn/cm^2) is a unit of pressure representing the force of one dyne applied over an area of one square centimeter.
History/Origin
The dyne is a unit of force in the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system, introduced in the 19th century. The dyn/cm^2 has been used primarily in physics and engineering to measure pressure in CGS units before the widespread adoption of the SI system.
Current Use
Today, the dyn/cm^2 is rarely used outside specialized scientific contexts; pressure is more commonly expressed in pascals (Pa) in the SI system. However, it remains relevant in certain fields like astrophysics and plasma physics where CGS units are still employed.