Changing Units From Joules to Mega electron Volts

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Converting between Joules and Mega electron Volts (MeV) can be confusing, but the key is knowing the conversion factor. One Mega electron Volt equals 1 million electron Volts, which is equivalent to 1.6 x 10^-13 Joules. To convert from Joules to MeV, divide the energy in Joules by 1.6 x 10^-13, and to convert from MeV to Joules, multiply by this same factor. Understanding these relationships simplifies the conversion process significantly. Mastering these conversions is essential for solving physics problems involving energy units.
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I always have problems when changing units form Joule form to Megaelectron Volts and vice versa...whats the easiest way to find them?

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I always get confused at the conversion part.
 
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majormuss said:

Homework Statement



I always have problems when changing units form Joule form to Megaelectron Volts and vice versa...whats the easiest way to find them?
1 MeV = 106eV = 1.6*10-19*106 Joules
 

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