Calculating Atomic Mass: Solving for Pi Meson's Mass in AMU

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To convert the mass of a pi meson, which is 139 MeV/c^2, into atomic mass units (amu), one must use the conversion factor of 931.5 MeV/c^2 per amu. This means that the mass of the pi meson in amu is calculated by dividing 139 MeV/c^2 by 931.5 MeV/c^2. The result is approximately 0.149 amu. The discussion clarifies that amu is defined as 1/12 the mass of a carbon-12 atom, correcting earlier misconceptions about its relation to the mass of a proton. Understanding these conversions is essential for accurate calculations in particle physics.
Dx
A pi meson has mass of 139MeV/c^2. what is this in atomic mass?

HOw do i solve for this? what steps do I need to do, any examples you can give to help me with to solve?
Dx :wink:
 
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Dx,

I made a mistake. The amu is not the mass of one proton, it is 1/12 the mass of a C12 atom.
 
I believe 1 amu is something like 812 MeV/c^2..bah...i don't know the exact number, its something in the 800's

EDIT: Its 931.5 MeV/c^2 for each amu
 
Thanks you guys are the bomb! :wink:
 

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