Convert dalton to carat
Please provide values below to convert dalton [Da] to carat [car, ct], or Convert carat to dalton.
How to Convert Dalton to Carat
1 Da = 8.302695333e-24 car, ct
Example: convert 15 Da to car, ct:
15 Da = 15 × 8.302695333e-24 car, ct = 1.24540429995e-22 car, ct
Dalton to Carat Conversion Table
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Dalton
The dalton (Da) is a unit of mass used to express atomic and molecular weights, equivalent to one atomic mass unit (amu).
History/Origin
The dalton was named after John Dalton, who developed early atomic theory in the early 19th century. It has been widely used in chemistry and biochemistry to measure atomic and molecular masses.
Current Use
The dalton is commonly used in scientific contexts to specify the mass of atoms, molecules, and subatomic particles, facilitating precise communication in chemistry, biochemistry, and molecular biology.
Carat
A carat is a unit of mass used to measure gemstones and pearls, equal to 200 milligrams.
History/Origin
The carat originated from the carob seed, which was historically used as a counterweight in balance scales due to its uniform weight. The term has been used since the 16th century to measure precious stones.
Current Use
Today, the carat is primarily used in the jewelry industry to specify the weight of diamonds and other gemstones, with 1 carat equaling 0.2 grams.