Convert Gigavolt to EMU of Potential
Input the number of gigavolts you want to convert to emu.
How to Convert Gigavolts to EMU
The gigavolt and emu of potential are both units of voltage. By definition, 1 gigavolt equals exactly 1e17 emu. This means to convert gigavolts to emu, you multiply by 1e17.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 GV to emu:
We need to convert gigavolts to emu
Since 1 GV = 1e17 emu, multiply by 1e17
5 × 1e17 = 5e17
5 GV = 5e17 emu
Gigavolt to EMU of Potential Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common gigavolt to emu of potential conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Gigavolts (GV) | EMU (emu) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 GV | 1e16 emu |
| 0.5 GV | 5e16 emu |
| 1 GV | 1e17 emu |
| 2 GV | 2e17 emu |
| 5 GV | 5e17 emu |
| 10 GV | 1e18 emu |
| 25 GV | 2.5e18 emu |
| 50 GV | 5e18 emu |
| 100 GV | 1e19 emu |
About These Units
Gigavolt (GV)
A gigavolt (GV) equals 10⁹ volts. Found in cosmic ray acceleration, upper atmosphere electric potentials during thunderstorms, and theoretical particle physics. The ionosphere-Earth potential difference: ~300 kV (not GV). Terrestrial particle accelerators: <1 GV typically.
EMU of Potential (emu)
The EMU (electromagnetic unit) of potential is identical to the abvolt, equal to 10⁻⁸ volts (10 nanovolts). Part of the CGS electromagnetic system. One volt = 10⁸ EMU of potential. Impractically small for any real measurement.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert gigavolts to emu?
To convert gigavolts to emu, multiply the value by 1e17. For example, 10 GV = 1e18 emu.
How many emu are in 1 gigavolt?
1 gigavolt equals 1e17 emu.
What is the formula for gigavolts to emu?
The formula is: emu = GV × 1e17.