About Units

Electronvolts: Electronvolts (eV) are a unit of energy commonly used in the field of particle physics. One electronvolt is defined as the amount of kinetic energy gained or lost by an electron when it is accelerated through an electric potential difference of one volt. This unit is useful for expressing energy at the atomic and subatomic scales.

Joules: Joules (J) are a derived unit of energy in the International System of Units. They are defined as the energy transferred when a force of one newton is applied over a displacement of one meter. Named after the English physicist James Prescott Joule, this unit is widely used in various scientific and engineering fields.