Bar to Atmosphere Converter
Convert Bars to Atmospheres
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How to Convert Bars to Atmospheres
Converting bars to atmospheres (atm) is a common conversion. One bar is equal to approximately 0.986923 atmospheres.
Formula
Atmospheres = Bars × 0.986923
or
atm = bar × 0.986923
Step-by-step process
- Take the measurement in bars
- Multiply that number by 0.986923
- The result is the equivalent amount in atmospheres
Examples
- 1 bar = 0.986923 atm
- 10 bar = 9.86923 atm
- 1.01325 bar = 1 atm
When to Convert Bars to Atmospheres
This conversion is commonly used in meteorology, aviation, and various scientific fields to express pressure relative to standard atmospheric pressure.
Common Bars to Atmospheres Conversions
Here is a table of common bar to atmosphere conversions for quick reference:
| Bars (bar) | Atmospheres (atm) | Bars (bar) | Atmospheres (atm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.986923 | 10 | 9.86923 |
| 100 | 98.6923 | 1000 | 986.923 |
| 1.01325 | 1 | 10.1325 | 10 |
| 101.325 | 100 | 1013.25 | 1000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many atmospheres are in a bar?
There are approximately 0.986923 atmospheres in one bar.
Why is the conversion factor 0.986923?
One standard atmosphere is defined as 101,325 pascals, and one bar is 100,000 pascals. Therefore, one bar is 100,000 / 101,325 = 0.986923 atmospheres.