Convert kiloton (metric) to Neutron mass
Please provide values below to convert kiloton (metric) [kt] to Neutron mass [m_n], or Convert Neutron mass to kiloton (metric).
How to Convert Kiloton (Metric) to Neutron Mass
1 kt = 5.97040768134859e+32 m_n
Example: convert 15 kt to m_n:
15 kt = 15 × 5.97040768134859e+32 m_n = 8.95561152202289e+33 m_n
Kiloton (Metric) to Neutron Mass Conversion Table
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Kiloton (Metric)
A kiloton (kt) is a unit of mass equal to 1,000 metric tons or 1,000,000 kilograms.
History/Origin
The term 'kiloton' originated in the 20th century, primarily used in military and scientific contexts to measure large quantities of explosive energy or mass, especially in nuclear weapon yields and large-scale industrial measurements.
Current Use
Today, kilotons are commonly used to express the explosive yield of nuclear weapons, the mass of large objects, and in scientific research related to energy and mass measurements.
Neutron Mass
The neutron mass (m_n) is the mass of a neutron, a subatomic particle found in the nucleus of an atom, approximately 1.675 × 10⁻²⁷ kilograms.
History/Origin
The neutron was discovered in 1932 by James Chadwick, leading to the understanding of its mass relative to protons and electrons. The neutron mass has been refined through experimental measurements in nuclear physics.
Current Use
The neutron mass is used in nuclear physics calculations, atomic mass units, and in the 'Weight and Mass' converter for scientific and educational purposes, as part of the 'Common Converters' category.