Becquerel to Curie Converter
Convert Becquerels to Curies
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How to Convert Becquerels to Curies
Converting becquerels (Bq) to curies (Ci) is a common conversion in radioactivity. One curie is equal to 37 billion becquerels.
Formula
Curies = Becquerels ÷ 37,000,000,000
or
Ci = Bq ÷ 37,000,000,000
Step-by-step process
- Take the measurement in becquerels
- Divide that number by 37,000,000,000
- The result is the equivalent amount in curies
Examples
- 37,000,000,000 Bq = 1 Ci
- 74,000,000,000 Bq = 2 Ci
- 18,500,000,000 Bq = 0.5 Ci
When to Convert Becquerels to Curies
This conversion is useful in nuclear medicine, radiation protection, and environmental monitoring, where both becquerels and curies are used to quantify radioactivity.
Common Becquerels to Curies Conversions
Here is a table of common becquerel to curie conversions for quick reference:
| Becquerels (Bq) | Curies (Ci) | Becquerels (Bq) | Curies (Ci) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2.7027027027027027E-11 | 100 | 2.7027027027027027E-9 |
| 10 | 2.7027027027027027E-10 | 200 | 5.405405405405405E-9 |
| 50 | 1.3513513513513514E-9 | 37,000,000,000 | 1 |
| 37,000,000,000 | 1 | 100,000,000,000 | 2.7027027027027027 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Becquerel (Bq)?
The becquerel (Bq) is the SI unit of radioactivity, defined as one disintegration or transformation per second.
What is a Curie (Ci)?
The curie (Ci) is a non-SI unit of radioactivity, originally defined as the quantity of radon in equilibrium with one gram of radium. It is approximately equal to the activity of 1 gram of radium-226.