Convert Sun's mass to picogram
Please provide values below to convert Sun's mass [M_sun] to picogram [pg], or Convert picogram to Sun's mass.
How to Convert Sun's Mass to Picogram
1 M_sun = 1.989e+45 pg
Example: convert 15 M_sun to pg:
15 M_sun = 15 × 1.989e+45 pg = 2.9835e+46 pg
Sun's Mass to Picogram Conversion Table
| Sun's mass | picogram |
|---|
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.
Picogram
A picogram (pg) is a unit of mass equal to one trillionth (10^-12) of a gram.
History/Origin
The picogram was introduced as part of the metric system to measure extremely small masses, especially in scientific and laboratory contexts, as a subdivision of the gram in the SI unit system.
Current Use
Picograms are used in scientific fields such as biology, chemistry, and physics to measure very small quantities of substances, including DNA, proteins, and other microscopic materials.