Why convert from attojoule/second to erg/second?

Converting allows translating very small SI power units into CGS units commonly used in astrophysics and older scientific literature for better comparison and reporting.

What is the conversion factor between aJ/s and erg/s?

The exact conversion is 1 attojoule per second equals 1e-11 erg per second.

In which fields is this conversion most applicable?

It is used in quantum sensing, nanoscale thermal metrology, astrophysics, and theoretical physics where differing unit systems are employed.

How to Convert from Attojoule/second [aJ/s] to Erg/second [erg/s]?

Learn how to convert power measurements from attojoule per second (aJ/s) to erg per second (erg/s), two units used in different scientific fields for quantifying power at varying scales.

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Attojoule/second [aJ/s] to Erg/second [erg/s] Conversion Table

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What Is This Tool?

This tool allows you to convert power values from attojoule per second, a unit measuring extremely small rates of energy transfer in SI, to erg per second, a CGS unit commonly used in astrophysics and older scientific references.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the power value in attojoule per second (aJ/s)
Select attojoule/second as the source unit
Choose erg/second as the target unit
Click convert to get the equivalent power in erg per second (erg/s)
Review and use the converted value for your scientific or technical needs

Key Features

Converts between attojoule/second [aJ/s] and erg/second [erg/s]
Based on the precise conversion factor: 1 aJ/s = 1e-11 erg/s
Supports translation from extremely small SI power units to CGS units
Useful for quantum sensing, nanoscale thermal metrology, and astrophysics
Browser-based and easy to use without installation

Examples

Convert 5 aJ/s to erg/s results in 5e-11 erg/s
Convert 10 aJ/s to erg/s results in 1e-10 erg/s

Common Use Cases

Characterizing ultra-low-power consumption in microelectronic sensors and IoT devices
Measuring power transfer rates in quantum and nanoscale devices like single-photon detectors
Reporting radiative power and luminosity of astronomical bodies in astrophysics
Facilitating theoretical calculations using CGS units in older scientific literature
Quantifying tiny heat flow rates in cryogenic and nanoscale thermal experiments

Tips & Best Practices

Ensure correct unit selection to maintain accuracy
Use the exact conversion factor provided to avoid calculation errors
Double-check small numerical results due to very small scale of attojoule/second
Apply converted values in context-specific scientific or engineering tasks
Be aware of the difference in unit systems (SI vs CGS) when interpreting results

Limitations

Conversion results in very small numbers because attojoule/second represents extremely low power levels
Care must be taken to maintain numerical precision and avoid rounding errors
Differences in unit systems may require cautious interpretation in some contexts

Frequently Asked Questions

Why convert from attojoule/second to erg/second?: Converting allows translating very small SI power units into CGS units commonly used in astrophysics and older scientific literature for better comparison and reporting.
What is the conversion factor between aJ/s and erg/s?: The exact conversion is 1 attojoule per second equals 1e-11 erg per second.
In which fields is this conversion most applicable?: It is used in quantum sensing, nanoscale thermal metrology, astrophysics, and theoretical physics where differing unit systems are employed.

Key Terminology

Attojoule/second (aJ/s): A unit of power equal to 10^-18 joules transferred per second used for very small energy transfer rates.
Erg/second (erg/s): A CGS unit of power equal to one erg transferred each second; equivalent to 1×10⁻⁷ watt in SI units.
Conversion Factor: The numerical ratio used to translate a value from one unit to another; here, 1 aJ/s = 1e-11 erg/s.

Quick Knowledge Check

What does 1 attojoule/second equal in erg/second?

1e-7 erg/s

1e-11 erg/s

1e-18 erg/s

Which scientific field commonly uses erg/second units?

Astrophysics

Microelectronics

Quantum Computing

What is a key use case for attojoule/second?

Measuring leakage power in ultra-low-power sensors

Measuring luminosity of stars

Calculating heat flow in large engines

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