Convert megaelectron-volt to watt-hour
Please provide values below to convert megaelectron-volt [MeV] to watt-hour [W*h], or Convert watt-hour to megaelectron-volt.
How to Convert Megaelectron-Volt to Watt-Hour
1 MeV = 4.45049065e-17 W*h
Example: convert 15 MeV to W*h:
15 MeV = 15 × 4.45049065e-17 W*h = 6.675735975e-16 W*h
Megaelectron-Volt to Watt-Hour Conversion Table
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Megaelectron-Volt
A megaelectron-volt (MeV) is a unit of energy equal to one million electron-volts, commonly used in nuclear and particle physics to express the energy of particles.
History/Origin
The megaelectron-volt was introduced as a convenient unit for expressing high-energy particles in physics, particularly after the development of particle accelerators in the mid-20th century, replacing the electron-volt for larger energy scales.
Current Use
Today, the MeV is widely used in nuclear physics, particle physics, and astrophysics to quantify the energy of subatomic particles, nuclear reactions, and cosmic phenomena.
Watt-Hour
A watt-hour (W·h) is a unit of energy equal to the amount of energy transferred or used when one watt of power is sustained for one hour.
History/Origin
The watt-hour was established as a practical unit of energy measurement with the adoption of the International System of Units (SI) and has been used in electrical and energy industries to quantify energy consumption and storage since the 20th century.
Current Use
Watt-hours are commonly used to measure electrical energy consumption in household appliances, batteries, and energy storage systems, providing a convenient unit for billing, capacity ratings, and energy management.