Convert gerah (Biblical Hebrew) to dalton
Please provide values below to convert gerah (Biblical Hebrew) [gerah (BH)] to dalton [Da], or Convert dalton to gerah (Biblical Hebrew).
How to Convert Gerah (Biblical Hebrew) to Dalton
1 gerah (BH) = 3.43984680330074e+23 Da
Example: convert 15 gerah (BH) to Da:
15 gerah (BH) = 15 × 3.43984680330074e+23 Da = 5.15977020495111e+24 Da
Gerah (Biblical Hebrew) to Dalton Conversion Table
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Gerah (Biblical Hebrew)
The gerah is a biblical Hebrew unit of weight, traditionally used for measuring small quantities such as precious metals and spices.
History/Origin
Originating in ancient Israel, the gerah was used during biblical times as a standard weight unit, often referenced in religious texts and transactions. It is believed to be approximately 0.65 grams.
Current Use
Today, the gerah is primarily of historical and biblical interest, with limited modern application. It is used in scholarly contexts and for understanding ancient measurements and texts.
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.