Convert Sun's mass to dalton
Please provide values below to convert Sun's mass [M_sun] to dalton [Da], or Convert dalton to Sun's mass.
How to Convert Sun's Mass to Dalton
1 M_sun = 1.19780379757794e+57 Da
Example: convert 15 M_sun to Da:
15 M_sun = 15 × 1.19780379757794e+57 Da = 1.7967056963669e+58 Da
Sun's Mass to Dalton Conversion Table
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Sun's Mass
The Sun's mass (M_sun) is a standard unit of mass used in astronomy to express the mass of other stars and celestial objects, approximately equal to 1.989 × 10^30 kilograms.
History/Origin
The concept of using the Sun's mass as a unit originated in the early 20th century as astronomers sought a convenient standard for stellar masses. It became widely adopted in astrophysics for its practicality and ease of comparison.
Current Use
Today, M_sun is commonly used in astrophysics and astronomy to describe the mass of stars, planets, and other celestial bodies, facilitating standardized communication and calculations within the scientific community.
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.