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Ton of TNT to Joule Converter

Convert Tons of TNT to Joules

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How to Convert Tons of TNT to Joules

To convert tons of TNT to joules, multiply the number of tons of TNT by 4.184 x 109. This is because one ton of TNT equivalent is a unit of energy equal to 4.184 gigajoules.

Formula

Joules = Tons of TNT × (4.184 × 109)

or

J = ton-tnt × 4.184e9

Step-by-step process

  1. Take the measurement in tons of TNT
  2. Multiply that number by 4.184e9
  3. The result is the equivalent energy in joules

Examples

  • 1 ton-tnt = 1 × 4.184e9 = 4,184,000,000 J
  • 5 ton-tnt = 5 × 4.184e9 = 20,920,000,000 J
  • 10 ton-tnt = 10 × 4.184e9 = 41,840,000,000 J

Common Tons of TNT to Joules Conversions

Here is a table of common conversions for quick reference:

Tons of TNT Joules (J) Tons of TNT Joules (J)
1 4.184e+9 50 2.092e+11
2 8.368e+9 100 4.184e+11
5 2.092e+10 250 1.046e+12
10 4.184e+10 500 2.092e+12
25 1.046e+11 1,000 4.184e+12

Other conversions from tons of TNT

Tons of TNT can be converted to various other units of energy. Here are some common conversions:

Frequently Asked Questions

How many tons of TNT are in a joule?

There are 2.39 x 10-10 tons of TNT in one joule.