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erg

 

[ ษœหrg ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

unit of measurement

The erg is a unit of measurement for energy or work in the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system. It is defined as the amount of work done when a force of one dyne acts over a distance of one centimeter. This unit is less commonly used in modern physics compared to the joule, which is part of the International System of Units (SI). However, it is still relevant in some scientific contexts, particularly in discussions regarding classical mechanics and thermodynamics.

Synonyms

joule

Examples of usage

  • The engine produced 100 ergs of energy.
  • In the experiment, the work done was measured in ergs.
  • A process that releases 5 ergs is considered very small.
  • The conversion from ergs to joules is necessary for accurate calculations.

Translations

Translations of the word "erg" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น erg

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคเคฐเฅเค—

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Erg

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ erg

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะตั€ะณ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ erg

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚จใƒซใ‚ฐ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท erg

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ erg

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท erg

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์—๋ฅด๊ทธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฅุฑุบ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ erg

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ erg

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็„ฆ่€ณ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ erg

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ erg

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัั€ะณ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ”แƒ แƒ’แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ erg

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ erg

Etymology

The term 'erg' comes from the Greek word 'ergon', which means 'work'. It was introduced in the late 19th century when scientists were working to establish a coherent system of units for measuring physical quantities. The erg became part of the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system, which was widely adopted in scientific literature at the time. Over the years, as the field of physics evolved and the need for a more comprehensive system arose, the International System of Units (SI) emerged, favoring the joule as the primary unit of energy. Despite this shift, the erg remains a part of historical discussions in physics, especially in theoretical contexts. Its use has declined significantly, but it still serves as a reminder of the development of measurement systems in science.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,520, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.