Convert Picosievert to Sievert
Input the number of picosieverts you want to convert to sieverts.
How to Convert Picosieverts to Sieverts
The picosievert and sievert are both units of radiation dose. By definition, 1 sievert equals exactly 1e12 picosieverts. This means to convert picosieverts to sieverts, you divide by 1e12.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 pSv to sieverts:
We need to convert picosieverts to sieverts
Since 1 Sv = 1e12 pSv, divide by 1e12
5 ÷ 1e12 = 5e-12
5 pSv = 5e-12 Sv
Picosievert to Sievert Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common picosievert to sievert conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Picosieverts (pSv) | Sieverts (Sv) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 pSv | 1e-13 Sv |
| 0.5 pSv | 5e-13 Sv |
| 1 pSv | 1e-12 Sv |
| 2 pSv | 2e-12 Sv |
| 5 pSv | 5e-12 Sv |
| 10 pSv | 1e-11 Sv |
| 25 pSv | 2.5e-11 Sv |
| 50 pSv | 5e-11 Sv |
| 100 pSv | 1e-10 Sv |
About These Units
Picosievert (pSv)
A picosievert (pSv) equals 10⁻¹² sieverts. Theoretical scale for extremely low doses, radiation shielding calculations, and cosmic ray flux measurements. One microsievert equals one million picosieverts.
Sievert (Sv)
The sievert (Sv) is the SI unit of equivalent dose, measuring biological effect of radiation exposure. Accounts for radiation type via quality factors. 1 Sv = significant health risk, 4-5 Sv = 50% fatality (LD50). Acute exposure above 0.5 Sv causes radiation sickness.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert picosieverts to sieverts?
To convert picosieverts to sieverts, divide the value by 1e12. For example, 10 pSv = 1e-11 Sv.
How many sieverts are in 1 picosievert?
1 picosievert equals 1e-12 sieverts.
What is the formula for picosieverts to sieverts?
The formula is: Sv = pSv ÷ 1e12.