Convert Gal to m/s²
Type the number of gals that you wish to convert to meters per second squared.
How to Convert Gals to Meters per Second Squared
The gal (galileo) and meter per second squared are both units of acceleration. By definition, 1 meter per second squared equals exactly 100 gals. This means to convert gals to meters per second squared, you divide by 100.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 Gal to meters per second squared:
We need to convert gals to meters per second squared
Since 1 m/s² = 100 Gal, divide by 100
5 ÷ 100 = 0.05
5 Gal = 0.05 m/s²
Gal (Galileo) to Meter per Second Squared Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common gal (galileo) to meter per second squared conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Gals (Gal) | Meters per Second Squared (m/s²) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gal | 0.01 m/s² |
| 2 Gal | 0.02 m/s² |
| 5 Gal | 0.05 m/s² |
| 10 Gal | 0.1 m/s² |
| 15 Gal | 0.15 m/s² |
| 20 Gal | 0.2 m/s² |
| 25 Gal | 0.25 m/s² |
| 50 Gal | 0.5 m/s² |
| 100 Gal | 1 m/s² |
About These Units
Gal (Galileo) (Gal)
The gal (Gal) is a CGS unit equal to 1 cm/s² or 0.01 m/s². Named after Galileo Galilei. Standard in geophysics, gravimetry, and seismology. Earth's gravity is approximately 981 Gal. Gravity surveys measure variations in milligals.
Meter per Second Squared (m/s²)
Meters per second squared (m/s²) is the SI unit of acceleration, measuring velocity change per second. Earth's gravity causes 9.81 m/s² acceleration. A car accelerating 0-100 km/h in 10 seconds averages 2.78 m/s². Used in physics, engineering, and motion analysis.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert gals to meters per second squared?
To convert gals to meters per second squared, divide the value by 100. For example, 10 Gal = 0.1 m/s².
How many meters per second squared are in 1 gal (galileo)?
1 gal (galileo) equals 0.01 meters per second squared.
What is the formula for gals to meters per second squared?
The formula is: m/s² = Gal ÷ 100.