What Is This Tool?
This unit converter transforms length values from angstroms to Bohr radii. It supports atomic- and molecular-scale conversions used in physics, chemistry, and crystallography.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the length value in angstroms you want to convert
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Select angstrom [A] as the original unit
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Choose Bohr radius [b, a.u.] as the target unit
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Click convert to see the result in Bohr radii
Key Features
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Converts length from angstroms (Å) to Bohr radii (b, a.u.)
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Ideal for atomic and quantum mechanical calculations
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Browser-based and easy to use
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Accurately reflects unit definitions and conversion rates
Examples
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1 angstrom equals approximately 1.8897 Bohr radii
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2 angstroms equal approximately 3.7795 Bohr radii
Common Use Cases
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Expressing atomic radii and covalent bond lengths
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Measuring interplanar spacings in crystal structures
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Converting X-ray and ultraviolet wavelengths for spectroscopy
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Performing quantum chemistry and atomic-structure calculations
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Using atomic units in computational physics like density functional theory
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Simplifying equations in spectroscopy and scattering using atomic-unit scaling
Tips & Best Practices
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Always double-check the entered value for accuracy
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Use this converter to express atomic-scale distances in natural atomic units
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Understand the context where Bohr radius is preferred over angstrom for quantum calculations
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Review your conversions within the scientific context to ensure applicability
Limitations
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Precision depends on the fundamental constants used to define the Bohr radius
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Bohr radius is specific to atomic units and may not suit macroscopic measurements
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Conversion does not account for rounding or measurement uncertainty
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is an angstrom?
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An angstrom is a unit of length equal to 1×10⁻¹⁰ metres, commonly used to describe atomic and molecular scale distances.
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What does the Bohr radius represent?
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The Bohr radius is the most probable distance between the nucleus and electron in a hydrogen atom's ground state, used as an atomic unit of length.
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Why convert angstroms to Bohr radii?
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Conversion simplifies atomic and quantum mechanical calculations by expressing distances in atomic units.
Key Terminology
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Angstrom [A]
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A unit of length equal to 1×10⁻¹⁰ metres, used to describe atomic- and molecular-scale distances.
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Bohr radius [b, a.u.]
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The atomic unit of length representing the most probable distance between the nucleus and electron in hydrogen's ground state.
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Atomic units
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A system of natural units convenient for atomic and quantum mechanical calculations.