Convert hectopascal to gram-force/sq. centimeter
Please provide values below to convert hectopascal [hPa] to gram-force/sq. centimeter [gf/cm^2], or Convert gram-force/sq. centimeter to hectopascal.
How to Convert Hectopascal to Gram-Force/sq. Centimeter
1 hPa = 1.01971621297793 gf/cm^2
Example: convert 15 hPa to gf/cm^2:
15 hPa = 15 × 1.01971621297793 gf/cm^2 = 15.2957431946689 gf/cm^2
Hectopascal to Gram-Force/sq. Centimeter Conversion Table
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Hectopascal
The hectopascal (hPa) is a unit of pressure equal to 100 pascals, commonly used in meteorology to measure atmospheric pressure.
History/Origin
The hectopascal was introduced as part of the metric system and became widely adopted in meteorology during the 20th century for standardizing atmospheric pressure measurements.
Current Use
Today, the hectopascal is predominantly used in weather reporting and forecasting to indicate atmospheric pressure, with standard sea-level pressure approximately 1013 hPa.
Gram-Force/sq. Centimeter
Gram-force per square centimeter (gf/cm²) is a unit of pressure representing the force exerted by one gram-force applied over an area of one square centimeter.
History/Origin
The unit originated from the use of gram-force, a non-SI unit of force based on the gram, and was commonly used in engineering and scientific contexts before the adoption of SI units. It was primarily used in regions and industries where the metric system was prevalent.
Current Use
Today, gf/cm² is largely considered obsolete and is rarely used in modern scientific or engineering applications. Pressure measurements are typically expressed in pascals (Pa) or bar, but the unit may still appear in legacy systems or specific niche contexts.