Joule to Megaelectronvolt Calculator
Convert energy from Joules (J) to Megaelectronvolts (MeV)
How to Convert Joules to Mega-electronvolts
To convert joules (J) to mega-electronvolts (MeV), you need to use the relationship between these units of energy. The electronvolt (eV) is a unit commonly used in particle physics, and 1 MeV = 1,000,000 eV.
Formula
Quick Trick: 1 Joule = 6.242 × 1012 MeV
Let’s Solve One Together
Imagine you have an energy measurement:
- We measured: 1 joule
Here’s how we figure it out:
1. Take our formula: MeV = J × 6.242 × 1012
2. Put in 1 joule
3. MeV = 1 × 6.242 × 1012
Answer: 6.242 × 1012 MeV
Definitions of Key Terms
Mega-electronvolt (MeV)
A mega-electronvolt (MeV) is a unit of energy commonly used in particle physics. It is equivalent to one million electronvolts and is useful for measuring energy levels of particles and photons.
Joule (J)
The joule is the standard unit of energy in the International System of Units (SI). It measures the amount of energy transferred or work done. For example, 1 joule is the energy required to move a force of 1 newton over a distance of 1 meter.
Joules to Mega-electronvolts Conversion Table (J to MeV)
| Joule [J] | Mega-electronvolt [MeV] |
|---|---|
| 1 J | 6.242e+12 MeV |
| 10 J | 6.242e+13 MeV |
| 100 J | 6.242e+14 MeV |
| 500 J | 3.121e+15 MeV |
| 1000 J | 6.242e+15 MeV |
| 5000 J | 3.121e+16 MeV |
| 10000 J | 6.242e+16 MeV |
| 50000 J | 3.121e+17 MeV |
| 100000 J | 6.242e+17 MeV |
