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Atmosphereatmosphere
Source UnitAtmosphere is a unit of pressure used in various contexts.
Current Use
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TorrTorr
Target UnitThe torr is a unit of pressure that is defined to be exactly 1/760 of one standard atmosphere (atm). It is named after the Italian physicist Evangelista Torricelli, who invented the barometer in 1643. The torr is commonly used in various scientific fields, particularly in meteorology, physics, and vacuum technology. One torr is equivalent to 133.322 pascals (Pa), making it a convenient unit for expressing low pressures. The unit is widely utilized in laboratory settings and industrial applications where precise pressure measurements are essential.
Current Use
Today, the torr is widely used in laboratories and industrial settings for measuring pressure in vacuum systems and other applications. It is favored for its convenience in expressing low pressures, particularly in scientific research where high precision is required. The torr is also utilized in meteorology to report atmospheric pressure measurements, enabling meteorologists to forecast weather patterns effectively. Although the pascal has become the SI standard unit for pressure, the torr remains prevalent in several fields due to its historical significance and ease of use.
Fun Fact
The torr is defined based on the atmospheric pressure at sea level, which is why it is closely related to the standard atmosphere.
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Atmosphere
Definition
Standard atmospheric pressure at sea level.
Origins & History
Originally defined at Paris latitude.
Torr
Definition
Unit of pressure based on millimeters of mercury.
Origins & History
Named after Evangelista Torricelli.
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Atmosphere
pressure • Non-SI
Definition
Atmosphere is a unit of pressure used in various contexts.
History & Origin
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Current Use
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Torr
pressure • Non-SI
Definition
The torr is a unit of pressure that is defined to be exactly 1/760 of one standard atmosphere (atm). It is named after the Italian physicist Evangelista Torricelli, who invented the barometer in 1643. The torr is commonly used in various scientific fields, particularly in meteorology, physics, and vacuum technology. One torr is equivalent to 133.322 pascals (Pa), making it a convenient unit for expressing low pressures. The unit is widely utilized in laboratory settings and industrial applications where precise pressure measurements are essential.
History & Origin
The torr was named after Evangelista Torricelli, an Italian scientist who invented the barometer in the 17th century. His work laid the foundation for the understanding of atmospheric pressure, leading to the establishment of the torr as a unit of measurement. The definition of the torr was officially adopted in the 20th century as part of the International System of Units (SI) framework, although it is not an SI unit itself.
Etymology: The term 'torr' is derived from the name of Evangelista Torricelli, reflecting his contributions to the field of fluid mechanics and pressure measurement.
Current Use
Today, the torr is widely used in laboratories and industrial settings for measuring pressure in vacuum systems and other applications. It is favored for its convenience in expressing low pressures, particularly in scientific research where high precision is required. The torr is also utilized in meteorology to report atmospheric pressure measurements, enabling meteorologists to forecast weather patterns effectively. Although the pascal has become the SI standard unit for pressure, the torr remains prevalent in several fields due to its historical significance and ease of use.
💡 Fun Facts
- •The torr is defined based on the atmospheric pressure at sea level, which is why it is closely related to the standard atmosphere.
- •One torr is equivalent to approximately 1.33322 millibars (mbar), making it easy to convert to other pressure units commonly used in meteorology.
- •The torr was once commonly used in the field of aerodynamics before the widespread adoption of pascals.
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