Statcoulomb to Elementary Charge Converter
Convert Statcoulombs to Elementary Charges
Quick Conversions
How to Convert Statcoulombs to Elementary Charges
To convert from statcoulombs (statC) to elementary charges (e), you divide the charge in statcoulombs by 4.80320425 × 10⁻¹⁰. For more information about statcoulombs as a unit of measurement, visit our statcoulombs page.
Formula
Elementary Charges = Statcoulombs / 4.80320425 × 10⁻¹⁰
or
e = statC / 4.80320425e-10
Examples
- 1 statC = 1 / 4.80320425 × 10⁻¹⁰ = 2.0819434 × 10⁹ e
- 10 statC = 10 / 4.80320425 × 10⁻¹⁰ = 2.0819434 × 10¹⁰ e
- 100 statC = 100 / 4.80320425 × 10⁻¹⁰ = 2.0819434 × 10¹¹ e
- 4.80320425 × 10⁻¹⁰ statC = 4.80320425 × 10⁻¹⁰ / 4.80320425 × 10⁻¹⁰ = 1 e
When to Convert Statcoulombs to Elementary Charges
This conversion is primarily used in specialized physics contexts, particularly when dealing with electrostatics in the CGS system of units, and relating it to fundamental particle charges.
Theoretical Physics
In theoretical physics, especially in older texts or specific contexts, statcoulombs might be used for calculations involving electric fields and forces, and then converted to elementary charges for quantum mechanical considerations.
Historical Context
Understanding this conversion is important for interpreting historical scientific literature that predates the widespread adoption of SI units.
Common Statcoulombs to Elementary Charges Conversions
Here is a table of common conversions for quick reference:
| Statcoulombs (statC) | Elementary Charges (e) | Statcoulombs (statC) | Elementary Charges (e) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2.0819434e9 | 1,000 | 2.0819434e12 |
| 2 | 4.1638868e9 | 2,000 | 4.1638868e12 |
| 5 | 1.0409717e10 | 5,000 | 1.0409717e13 |
| 10 | 2.0819434e10 | 10,000 | 2.0819434e13 |
| 20 | 4.1638868e10 | 20,000 | 4.1638868e13 |
| 50 | 1.0409717e11 | 50,000 | 1.0409717e14 |
| 4.80320425e-10 | 1 | 100,000 | 2.0819434e14 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a statcoulomb (statC)?
A statcoulomb, also known as an electrostatic unit of charge (esu), is a unit of electric charge in the CGS (centimeter-gram-second) system of units. One statcoulomb is defined such that two unit charges separated by one centimeter repel each other with a force of one dyne.
What is an elementary charge (e)?
The elementary charge is the electric charge carried by a single proton or, equivalently, the magnitude of the electric charge of a single electron. It is a fundamental physical constant, approximately 1.602176634 × 10⁻¹⁹ coulombs.
How do I convert elementary charges to statcoulombs?
To convert from elementary charges to statcoulombs, you multiply the number of elementary charges by 4.80320425 × 10⁻¹⁰. For example, 1 e is equal to 1 * 4.80320425 × 10⁻¹⁰ = 4.80320425 × 10⁻¹⁰ statC.