Convert Earth's mass to slug
Please provide values below to convert Earth's mass [M_earth] to slug [slug], or Convert slug to Earth's mass.
How to Convert Earth's Mass to Slug
1 M_earth = 4.09211985696939e+23 slug
Example: convert 15 M_earth to slug:
15 M_earth = 15 × 4.09211985696939e+23 slug = 6.13817978545408e+24 slug
Earth's Mass to Slug Conversion Table
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Earth's Mass
Earth's mass (M_earth) is a unit of mass representing the mass of the Earth, approximately 5.972 × 10^24 kilograms.
History/Origin
The concept of Earth's mass as a unit originated from scientific measurements of Earth's size and gravitational influence, becoming a standard reference in geophysics and astronomy.
Current Use
M_earth is used in scientific contexts to express planetary and astronomical masses, and in some cases, to compare the mass of other celestial bodies relative to Earth.
Slug
A slug is a unit of mass primarily used in the imperial system, equal to approximately 32.174 pounds or 14.5939 kilograms.
History/Origin
The slug was introduced in the 19th century as a unit of mass in the imperial system, named after the animal due to its slow movement, and has been used mainly in engineering and physics contexts within the United States.
Current Use
Today, the slug is primarily used in scientific and engineering calculations in the United States, especially in contexts involving imperial units, but it is largely replaced by the kilogram in most applications worldwide.