Convert dyne centimeter to therm (EC)
Please provide values below to convert dyne centimeter [dyn*cm] to therm (EC) [thm (EC)], or Convert therm (EC) to dyne centimeter.
How to Convert Dyne Centimeter to Therm (Ec)
1 dyn*cm = 9.47816987913438e-16 thm (EC)
Example: convert 15 dyn*cm to thm (EC):
15 dyn*cm = 15 × 9.47816987913438e-16 thm (EC) = 1.42172548187016e-14 thm (EC)
Dyne Centimeter to Therm (Ec) Conversion Table
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Dyne Centimeter
A dyne centimeter (dyn·cm) is a unit of energy or work equal to the work done when a force of one dyne acts over a distance of one centimeter.
History/Origin
The dyne centimeter originated from the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system of units, commonly used in physics before the adoption of the SI system, to measure small amounts of energy or work.
Current Use
Today, the dyne centimeter is primarily used in theoretical physics and specialized fields dealing with CGS units, but it is largely replaced by the joule in most practical applications.
Therm (Ec)
The therm (EC) is a unit of energy used primarily in the measurement of natural gas and heating energy, equivalent to 100,000 British thermal units (BTUs).
History/Origin
The therm originated in the early 19th century as a practical unit for measuring large quantities of heat energy, especially in the gas industry, and has been standardized in various regions for energy billing and calculations.
Current Use
Today, the therm (EC) is used mainly in the natural gas industry and energy sectors to quantify heat energy consumption, although it has largely been supplemented or replaced by SI units like joules and kilowatt-hours in many regions.