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Hi, could someone explain why [itex]1amu=931.5MeV/c^2[/itex]? Thanks
Understanding 1amu to 931.5MeV/c^2 Conversion: Explained in Simple Terms"
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1. Look up the conversion factor between amu and kg.
2. Recall that E = mc2.
3. Finally, look up the conversion factor between joules and electron volts (eV).
2. Recall that E = mc2.
3. Finally, look up the conversion factor between joules and electron volts (eV).
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Thank you: I see how it works now
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