Picometer to Nanometer Converter
Convert Picometers to Nanometers
Quick Conversions
How to Convert Picometers to Nanometers
To convert from picometers (pm) to nanometers (nm), you divide the value in picometers by 1,000. This is because 1 nanometer is equal to 1,000 picometers. For more information about picometers as a unit of measurement, visit our picometers page.
Formula
Nanometers = Picometers / 1,000
or
nm = pm / 1,000
Examples
- 1 pm = 1 / 1,000 = 0.001 nm
- 10 pm = 10 / 1,000 = 0.01 nm
- 100 pm = 100 / 1,000 = 0.1 nm
- 1,000 pm = 1,000 / 1,000 = 1 nm
When to Convert Picometers to Nanometers
This conversion is essential in various scientific and engineering fields where precise measurements of very small lengths are required.
Nanotechnology
In nanotechnology, converting between picometers and nanometers helps in accurately measuring and reporting the sizes of nanoscale objects and structures.
Quantum Physics
In quantum physics, this conversion is crucial for understanding the dimensions of atoms and subatomic particles.
Common Picometers to Nanometers Conversions
Here is a table of common conversions for quick reference:
| Picometers (pm) | Nanometers (nm) | Picometers (pm) | Nanometers (nm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.001 | 1,000 | 1 |
| 10 | 0.01 | 2,000 | 2 |
| 100 | 0.1 | 5,000 | 5 |
| 1,000 | 1 | 10,000 | 10 |
| 10,000 | 10 | 100,000 | 100 |
| 100,000 | 100 | 1,000,000 | 1,000 |
| 1,000,000 | 1,000 | 10,000,000 | 10,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a picometer (pm)?
A picometer is a unit of length in the metric system equal to one trillionth of a meter (10⁻¹² meters). It is commonly used for measuring distances at the atomic and subatomic scale.
What is a nanometer (nm)?
A nanometer is a unit of length in the metric system equal to one billionth of a meter (10⁻⁹ meters). It is commonly used for measuring dimensions at the atomic and molecular scale.
How do I convert nanometers to picometers?
To convert from nanometers to picometers, you multiply the value in nanometers by 1,000. For example, 1 nm is equal to 1 * 1,000 = 1,000 pm.