Convert Sun's mass to ton (assay) (UK)
Please provide values below to convert Sun's mass [M_sun] to ton (assay) (UK) [AT (UK)], or Convert ton (assay) (UK) to Sun's mass.
How to Convert Sun's Mass to Ton (Assay) (Uk)
1 M_sun = 6.08877551020408e+31 AT (UK)
Example: convert 15 M_sun to AT (UK):
15 M_sun = 15 × 6.08877551020408e+31 AT (UK) = 9.13316326530612e+32 AT (UK)
Sun's Mass to Ton (Assay) (Uk) Conversion Table
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Sun's Mass
The Sun's mass (M_sun) is a standard unit of mass used in astronomy to express the mass of other stars and celestial objects, approximately equal to 1.989 × 10^30 kilograms.
History/Origin
The concept of using the Sun's mass as a unit originated in the early 20th century as astronomers sought a convenient standard for stellar masses. It became widely adopted in astrophysics for its practicality and ease of comparison.
Current Use
Today, M_sun is commonly used in astrophysics and astronomy to describe the mass of stars, planets, and other celestial bodies, facilitating standardized communication and calculations within the scientific community.
Ton (Assay) (Uk)
The ton (assay) (UK), symbol AT (UK), is a traditional unit of weight used primarily for precious metals, equivalent to 31.1034768 grams.
History/Origin
The assay ton originated in the United Kingdom as a standard measure for precious metals, particularly gold and silver, used in assay processes and trading. It has historical roots in the British imperial system and was standardized for trade and assay purposes.
Current Use
Today, the assay ton (UK) is mainly used in the precious metals industry for assay and valuation purposes, especially in the UK and related markets, although it has largely been replaced by the metric gram and troy ounce in general commerce.