Terameter (Tm)
Definition: A terameter (Tm) is a unit of length equal to one trillion meters (10^12 meters). It is primarily used to describe extremely large distances, especially in the field of astronomy.
History: The terameter was introduced in the metric system to measure vast distances that were not feasible with smaller units like kilometers or megameters. It aids in quantifying intergalactic distances.
Current Use: Terameters are most commonly used in astronomy for measuring distances between distant celestial bodies, such as stars, galaxies, and nebulae. It helps scientists communicate the vast scale of the universe.
Micron (µ)
Definition: A micron (µ) is a unit of length equal to one-millionth of a meter (10^-6 meters). It is also known as a micrometer and is used for measuring small objects like bacteria, cells, and micro-particles.
History: The micron was introduced in the late 19th century during the advancement of microscopy. It provided scientists with a standardized unit to describe very small dimensions, especially in biological and material sciences.
Current Use: Microns are widely used in fields such as microbiology, materials science, and nanotechnology. They help measure the size of cells, dust particles, fibers, and in the manufacturing of high-precision components.
Quick Conversion Table Terameter (Tm) to Micron (µ)
1 Terameter (Tm) equal to 1.0e+18 Micron (µ)
5 Terameter (Tm) equal to 5.0e+18 Micron (µ)
10 Terameter (Tm) equal to 1.0e+19 Micron (µ)
20 Terameter (Tm) equal to 2.0e+19 Micron (µ)
30 Terameter (Tm) equal to 3.0e+19 Micron (µ)
50 Terameter (Tm) equal to 5.0e+19 Micron (µ)
75 Terameter (Tm) equal to 7.50e+19 Micron (µ)
100 Terameter (Tm) equal to 1.0e+20 Micron (µ)