Convert gerah (Biblical Hebrew) to Deuteron mass
Please provide values below to convert gerah (Biblical Hebrew) [gerah (BH)] to Deuteron mass [m_d], or Convert Deuteron mass to gerah (Biblical Hebrew).
How to Convert Gerah (Biblical Hebrew) to Deuteron Mass
1 gerah (BH) = 1.70834660915344e+23 m_d
Example: convert 15 gerah (BH) to m_d:
15 gerah (BH) = 15 × 1.70834660915344e+23 m_d = 2.56251991373016e+24 m_d
Gerah (Biblical Hebrew) to Deuteron Mass 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.
Deuteron Mass
The deuteron mass (m_d) is the mass of a deuteron, which is the nucleus of deuterium consisting of one proton and one neutron, approximately 3.3436 × 10^-27 kilograms.
History/Origin
The deuteron mass has been determined through nuclear physics experiments involving mass spectrometry and nuclear reactions, with precise measurements becoming available in the 20th century as experimental techniques advanced.
Current Use
The deuteron mass is used in nuclear physics, astrophysics, and related fields to calculate nuclear reactions, binding energies, and in the calibration of mass spectrometers involving deuterium nuclei.