Convert micropascal to gram-force/sq. centimeter
Please provide values below to convert micropascal [µPa] to gram-force/sq. centimeter [gf/cm^2], or Convert gram-force/sq. centimeter to micropascal.
How to Convert Micropascal to Gram-Force/sq. Centimeter
1 µPa = 1.01971621297793e-08 gf/cm^2
Example: convert 15 µPa to gf/cm^2:
15 µPa = 15 × 1.01971621297793e-08 gf/cm^2 = 1.52957431946689e-07 gf/cm^2
Micropascal to Gram-Force/sq. Centimeter Conversion Table
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Micropascal
The micropascal (µPa) is a unit of pressure equal to one millionth of a pascal, used to measure very low pressures.
History/Origin
The micropascal was introduced as part of the SI unit system to quantify extremely small pressure values, especially in scientific and engineering contexts, though it is rarely used in practical applications.
Current Use
The micropascal is primarily used in scientific research, acoustics, and environmental monitoring where precise measurement of very low pressures is required.
Gram-Force/sq. Centimeter
Gram-force per square centimeter (gf/cm²) is a unit of pressure representing the force exerted by one gram-force applied over an area of one square centimeter.
History/Origin
The unit originated from the use of gram-force, a non-SI unit of force based on the gram, and was commonly used in engineering and scientific contexts before the adoption of SI units. It was primarily used in regions and industries where the metric system was prevalent.
Current Use
Today, gf/cm² is largely considered obsolete and is rarely used in modern scientific or engineering applications. Pressure measurements are typically expressed in pascals (Pa) or bar, but the unit may still appear in legacy systems or specific niche contexts.