Convert centimeter mercury (0°C) to gram-force/sq. centimeter
Please provide values below to convert centimeter mercury (0°C) [cmHg] to gram-force/sq. centimeter [gf/cm^2], or Convert gram-force/sq. centimeter to centimeter mercury (0°C).
1 cmHg = 13.5950999577 gf/cm^2. To convert centimeter mercury (0°C) to gram-force/sq. centimeter, multiply the value by 13.5950999577; to go the other way, divide by it (1 gf/cm^2 = 0.0735559137566 cmHg). Both units measure pressure and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 cmHg = 13.5950999577 gf/cm^2
- 1 gf/cm^2 = 0.0735559137566 cmHg
- 10 cmHg = 135.950999577 gf/cm^2
- 100 cmHg = 1359.50999577 gf/cm^2
How to Convert Centimeter Mercury (0°c) to Gram-Force/sq. Centimeter
1 cmHg = 13.5950999576818 gf/cm^2
Example: convert 15 cmHg to gf/cm^2:
15 cmHg = 15 × 13.5950999576818 gf/cm^2 = 203.926499365227 gf/cm^2
Centimeter Mercury (0°c) to Gram-Force/sq. Centimeter Conversion Table
| centimeter mercury (0°C) | gram-force/sq. centimeter |
|---|---|
| 1 cmHg | 13.5950999577 gf/cm^2 |
| 2 cmHg | 27.1901999154 gf/cm^2 |
| 3 cmHg | 40.785299873 gf/cm^2 |
| 5 cmHg | 67.9754997884 gf/cm^2 |
| 10 cmHg | 135.950999577 gf/cm^2 |
| 20 cmHg | 271.901999154 gf/cm^2 |
| 50 cmHg | 679.754997884 gf/cm^2 |
| 100 cmHg | 1359.50999577 gf/cm^2 |
| 500 cmHg | 6797.54997884 gf/cm^2 |
| 1000 cmHg | 13595.0999577 gf/cm^2 |
Centimeter Mercury (0°c)
Centimeter mercury (0°C) is a unit of pressure measurement representing the pressure exerted by a one-centimeter column of mercury at 0°C.
History/Origin
The centimeter mercury was historically used in barometry and pressure measurements before the adoption of the pascal. It originated from the use of mercury columns in barometers to measure atmospheric pressure, with the unit reflecting the height of the mercury column.
Current Use
Today, the centimeter mercury is largely obsolete and replaced by SI units like the pascal. However, it is still used in some medical and historical contexts to measure blood pressure and atmospheric pressure in certain regions.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 centimeter mercury (0°C) in gram-force/sq. centimeter?
1 centimeter mercury (0°C) (cmHg) = 13.5950999577 gram-force/sq. centimeter (gf/cm^2).
How do you convert centimeter mercury (0°C) to gram-force/sq. centimeter?
Multiply the centimeter mercury (0°C) value by 13.5950999577. For example, 25 cmHg × 13.5950999577 = 339.877498942 gf/cm^2.
What is 10 centimeter mercury (0°C) in gram-force/sq. centimeter?
10 cmHg = 135.950999577 gf/cm^2.
Which unit is larger, the centimeter mercury (0°C) or the gram-force/sq. centimeter?
The centimeter mercury (0°C) is the larger unit: 1 cmHg = 13.5950999577 gf/cm^2.