Convert seconds to nanoseconds on a calculator?

In summary, to convert seconds to nanoseconds on a calculator, you can either multiply by 1 billion or multiply by 1e-9. However, technically speaking, converting units involves multiplying by 1 and not changing the quantity. To clarify, 1 nanosecond is equivalent to 10^-9 seconds and 1 second is equivalent to 10^9 nanoseconds. In America, 1 billion is equal to 10^9, but in other parts of the world, it is defined as 10^12.
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Arsonade
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hye this might b a stupid question to ask here but how would one convert seconds to nanoseconds on a calculator? a program for TI format would answer my question (if u know how) or just an equasion

Thanks

Adam
 
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Just MULTIPLY seconds by 1 billion!
 
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Multiply by 1e9
 
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whoa, 2 different answers, whos right?

Adam
 
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nano <=> 10E-9
 
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Dividing by 1 billion is the same as dividing by 109.

Perhaps kawikdx225 mean "multiply by 10-9".
 
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HallsofIvy said:
Dividing by 1 billion is the same as dividing by 109.

Perhaps kawikdx225 mean "multiply by 10-9".

No, I meant multiply by 1e9 ie 1000000000

1 second = 1000000000 nanoseconds
 
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Let's just clarify this.

[tex]1\ ns= 10^{-9}\ s = \frac{1\ s}{10^9}[/tex]

Technically speaking, of course, when we "convert units" we really only multiply the measured quantity by 1... otherwise you change the quantity.
Depending on the conversion you desire, write 1 using
[tex] 1 =\frac{10^{-9}\ s}{1\ ns} =\frac{1\ ns}{10^{-9}\ s} [/tex]


[tex] 1.23\ s = 1.23\ s (1) = 1.23\ s \left( \frac{1\ ns}{10^{-9}\ s} \right)
=1.23\ ( 10^{9}\ ns) = 1.23 \times 10^{9}\ ns[/tex]
 
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Sorry about that - I typed the wrong thing and had to run before proofing. Thanks to all for catching my error.
 
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robphy said:
Let's just clarify this.

[tex]1\ ns= 10^{-9}\ s = \frac{1\ s}{10^9}[/tex]

Technically speaking, of course, when we "convert units" we really only multiply the measured quantity by 1... otherwise you change the quantity.
Depending on the conversion you desire, write 1 using
[tex] 1 =\frac{10^{-9}\ s}{1\ ns} =\frac{1\ ns}{10^{-9}\ s} [/tex]


[tex] 1.23\ s = 1.23\ s (1) = 1.23\ s \left( \frac{1\ ns}{10^{-9}\ s} \right)
=1.23\ ( 10^{9}\ ns) = 1.23 \times 10^{9}\ ns[/tex]

Wow, look guys this is simple.

1nS = 1e-9 seconds
1 second = 1e9 nanoseconds
The original poster wants to convert seconds to nanoseconds so we multiply by 1 billion.

Lets use small numbers. :smile:
lets convert 1 second to nanoseconds. 1 x 1e9 = 1 billion. 1 second = 1 billion nanoseconds. See it's simple. :biggrin:
 
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milli = 10-3
micro = 10-6
nano = 10-9
pico = 10-12
femto = 10-15
atto = 10-18

Just in case you need to do more converting. :smile:
 
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ok i got it, thanks guys

Adam
 
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Not particularly relevant to the thread but am I correct in thinking that in America 109 is 1 billion?
 
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yeah, but one person sed 1/1E9 and one person sed 1X1E9 and at the time i had too much work to just figure it out with common sense so yeah

Adam
 
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Zurtex said:
Not particularly relevant to the thread but am I correct in thinking that in America 109 is 1 billion?

Yes, 1 billion is 109 almost every in the world, including where I am from, Asia. However, 10-9 is called nano-.

Just for fun, some additional information for scientific notation:
kilo = 103
mega = 106
giga = 109
tera = 1012
peta = 1015
exa = 1018
 
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recon said:
Yes, 1 billion is 109 almost every in the world, including where I am from,
Actually by the original definition billion is 1012. (And still the definition in England)

Billion quite simply means bi-million, as in a million millions.

Trillion means tri-million, as in a million million millions (1018)

Quadrillion... etc..
 
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k thanx

Adam
 

FAQ: Convert seconds to nanoseconds on a calculator?

1. How do I convert seconds to nanoseconds on a calculator?

To convert seconds to nanoseconds on a calculator, you can use the following formula: seconds x 1,000,000,000 = nanoseconds. For example, if you want to convert 5 seconds to nanoseconds, you would multiply 5 x 1,000,000,000 to get 5,000,000,000 nanoseconds.

2. Is there a specific calculator I need to use for this conversion?

No, any basic calculator with multiplication capabilities can be used to convert seconds to nanoseconds. This includes both physical and digital calculators.

3. Can I use scientific notation for nanoseconds on a calculator?

Yes, you can use scientific notation on a calculator for nanoseconds. Simply enter the number in scientific notation form, such as 5.0 x 10^9, and the calculator will automatically convert it to the correct value.

4. Can I convert nanoseconds to seconds on the same calculator?

Yes, most calculators have a "reverse" operation button that allows you to convert from one unit to another. If you want to convert nanoseconds to seconds on the same calculator, you would use the formula: nanoseconds ÷ 1,000,000,000 = seconds.

5. How precise will the conversion be on a calculator?

The precision of the conversion will depend on the capabilities of the calculator. Most basic calculators will display up to 8-10 decimal places, providing a precise conversion. However, scientific calculators may have the capability to display more decimal places, resulting in a more precise conversion.

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