Convert micropascal to Standard atmosphere
Please provide values below to convert micropascal [µPa] to Standard atmosphere [atm], or Convert Standard atmosphere to micropascal.
How to Convert Micropascal to Standard Atmosphere
1 µPa = 9.86923266716013e-12 atm
Example: convert 15 µPa to atm:
15 µPa = 15 × 9.86923266716013e-12 atm = 1.48038490007402e-10 atm
Micropascal to Standard Atmosphere 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.
Standard Atmosphere
The standard atmosphere (atm) is a unit of pressure defined as 101,325 pascals, representing the average atmospheric pressure at sea level.
History/Origin
The standard atmosphere was established in the early 20th century to provide a consistent reference for pressure measurements, based on the average atmospheric pressure at sea level under standard conditions.
Current Use
The atm is commonly used in fields such as meteorology, aviation, and engineering to express pressure, especially in contexts involving gases and atmospheric conditions.