Erg To Watt-hour Converter

(erg to Wh converter)

Convert Erg to Watt-hour


Seamlessly Convert Energy: From Ergs to Watt-hours


(Last Updated On: 2024-10-15)

Dive into the world of energy conversion with our Erg to Watt-hour Converter. Curated by Newtum, this tool effortlessly translates ergs into Wh, sparking your curiosity to explore more!

What are Erg and Watt-hour

Definition of Erg

An erg is a unit of energy or work in the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system of units. It is equivalent to the amount of work done by a force of one dyne exerted for a distance of one centimeter. In the International System of Units (SI), the erg is not the standard unit; instead, the joule is used, where 1 erg equals 1x10^-7 joules.

Definition of Watt-hour

A watt-hour (Wh) is a unit of energy equivalent to one watt (1 W) of power expended for one hour (1 h) of time. It represents the amount of energy that electrical equipment, such as a light bulb or heater, would use if operated for one hour. This unit is commonly used to measure electrical energy for billing purposes, where 1 Wh equals 3600 joules.

Erg to Watt-hour Conversion Table

Erg Watt-hour (Wh)
1x10^7 erg 2.7778x10^-8 Wh
1x10^8 erg 2.7778x10^-7 Wh
1x10^9 erg 2.7778x10^-6 Wh
1x10^10 erg 2.7778x10^-5 Wh
1x10^11 erg 2.7778x10^-4 Wh
1x10^12 erg 2.7778x10^-3 Wh
1x10^13 erg 2.7778x10^-2 Wh
1x10^14 erg 2.7778x10^-1 Wh
1x10^15 erg 2.7778 Wh
1x10^16 erg 27.778 Wh

Conversion of Erg to Watt-hour

1 erg = 2.7778x10^-11 Wh
1 Wh = 3.6x10^13 erg

Example 1:
convert 1x10^9 erg to Wh:
1x10^9 erg = 1x10^9 × 2.7778x10^-11 Wh = 0.027778 Wh

Example 2:
convert 5x10^10 erg to Wh:
5x10^10 erg = 5x10^10 × 2.7778x10^-11 Wh = 1.3889 Wh

History of Erg and Watt-hour

The Erg to Watt-hour Converter has a history rooted in the evolution of the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system of units and its integration with the International System of Units (SI). This tool reflects the scientific progression from using ergs to Wh for energy conversion.

How to use Erg to Watt-hour Converter

Real Life Applications of Erg to Watt-hour

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Solved Examples erg to Wh

Example 1: To convert 2x10^10 erg to Wh, you simply calculate: 2x10^10 erg = 2x10^10 × 2.7778x10^-11 Wh = 0.55556 Wh.

Example 2: To convert 7x10^12 erg to Wh, the calculation is: 7x10^12 erg = 7x10^12 × 2.7778x10^-11 Wh = 1.9444 Wh.

FAQs about Erg to Watt-hour Converter

Q1: What is an erg?
A: An erg is a unit of energy in the CGS system, where 1 erg is equivalent to 1x10^-7 joules.

Q2: How does the Erg to Watt-hour Converter work?
A: Input the value in ergs, press the convert button, and you will get the equivalent value in watt-hours.

Q3: Is the Erg to Watt-hour Converter accurate?
A: Yes, the converter uses standard conversion factors to provide precise results.