Atmosphere to Bar Converter
Convert Atmospheres to Bars
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How to Convert Atmospheres to Bars
Converting atmospheres (atm) to bars is a common conversion. One standard atmosphere is equal to approximately 1.01325 bars.
Formula
Bars = Atmospheres × 1.01325
or
bar = atm × 1.01325
Step-by-step process
- Take the measurement in atmospheres
- Multiply that number by 1.01325
- The result is the equivalent amount in bars
Examples
- 1 atm = 1.01325 bar
- 0.1 atm = 0.101325 bar
- 0.986923 atm = 1 bar
When to Convert Atmospheres to Bars
This conversion is commonly used in meteorology, oceanography, and industrial applications where pressure is measured in bars.
Common Atmospheres to Bars Conversions
Here is a table of common atmosphere to bar conversions for quick reference:
| Atmospheres (atm) | Bars (bar) | Atmospheres (atm) | Bars (bar) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1.01325 | 0.00986923 | 0.01 |
| 10 | 10.1325 | 0.0986923 | 0.1 |
| 100 | 101.325 | 0.986923 | 1 |
| 1000 | 1013.25 | 9.86923 | 10 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many bars are in an atmosphere?
There are approximately 1.01325 bars in one atmosphere.
Why is the conversion factor 1.01325?
One standard atmosphere is defined as 101,325 pascals, and one bar is 100,000 pascals. Therefore, one atmosphere is 101,325 / 100,000 = 1.01325 bars.