Convert Rad to Sievert Online
About Rad to Sievert Conversion
This converter converts Rad (rad) to Sievert (Sv). One Rad (rad) equals 0.01 Sievert (Sv).
Formula:
1 Rad (rad) = 0.01 Sievert (Sv)
Example:
1 rad = 0.01 Sv
2 rad = 0.02 Sv
Rad (rad) to Sievert (Sv) Conversion
A clear guide to converting Rad into Sievert. Includes numeric examples, formulas, and a breakdown of where this conversion appears in science, engineering, and daily applications.
Conversion Formula
Sievert = Rad × 0.01
To convert Rad (rad) to Sievert (Sv), multiply the value by 0.01. This factor is obtained by comparing their exact meter definitions.
Worked Example
Convert 1 rad to Sv.
- Step 1: Write the formula: Sv = rad × 0.01
- Step 2: Substitute: 1 × 0.01
- Step 3: Result: 0.01 Sv
So, 1 rad = 0.01 Sv.
About the Units
Rad (rad)
One Rad (rad) equals 0.01 Sievert (Sv)
A widely used unit across scientific, engineering, and measurement contexts.
Sievert (Sv)
One Sievert (Sv) equals 100 Rad (rad)
A widely used unit across scientific, engineering, and measurement contexts.
Where This Conversion Is Used
- Converting values from Rad to Sievert for engineering or scientific workflows.
- Used when normalizing mixed-unit datasets requiring consistent Sievert representation.
- Applied when comparing different measurement systems across tools and documents.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Sievert (Sv) are in 1 Rad (rad)?
1 rad = 0.01 Sv.
What is the formula for converting Rad (rad) to Sievert (Sv)?
Multiply the rad value by 0.01.
Can I reverse the conversion?
Yes. 1 Sv = 100 rad.
Conclusion
By applying the conversion factor shown above, you can reliably convert Rad (rad) to Sievert (Sv) for use in scientific analysis, engineering calculations, academic work, or daily measurements.
Quick Links for Unit Converters
Convert Rad to Other Units
1 rad = 0.00001 kBq
1 Rad (rad) = 0.00001 Kilobecquerel (kBq)
1 rad equals 0.00001 kBq.
1 rad = 2.702702702702703e-13 Ci
1 Rad (rad) = 2.702702702702703e-13 Curie (Ci)
1 rad equals 2.702702702702703e-13 Ci.
1 rad = 2.7027027027027025e-10 mCi
1 Rad (rad) = 2.7027027027027025e-10 Millicurie (mCi)
1 rad equals 2.7027027027027025e-10 mCi.
1 rad = 2.702702702702703e-7 uCi
1 Rad (rad) = 2.702702702702703e-7 Microcurie (µCi)
1 rad equals 2.702702702702703e-7 uCi.
Convert Sievert to Other Units
1 Sv = 0.001 kBq
1 Sievert (Sv) = 0.001 Kilobecquerel (kBq)
1 Sv equals 0.001 kBq.
1 Sv = 0.000001 MBq
1 Sievert (Sv) = 0.000001 Megabecquerel (MBq)
1 Sv equals 0.000001 MBq.
1 Sv = 2.7027027027027027e-11 Ci
1 Sievert (Sv) = 2.7027027027027027e-11 Curie (Ci)
1 Sv equals 2.7027027027027027e-11 Ci.
1 Sv = 2.7027027027027028e-8 mCi
1 Sievert (Sv) = 2.7027027027027028e-8 Millicurie (mCi)
1 Sv equals 2.7027027027027028e-8 mCi.
1 Sv = 0.000027027027027027027 uCi
1 Sievert (Sv) = 0.000027027027027027027 Microcurie (µCi)
1 Sv equals 0.000027027027027027027 uCi.
1 Sv = 0.000001 Rd
1 Sievert (Sv) = 0.000001 Rutherford (Rd)
1 Sv equals 0.000001 Rd.
1 Sv = 1000000 uGy
1 Sievert (Sv) = 1000000 Micrograys (µGy)
1 Sv equals 1000000 uGies.
1 Sv = 1000 mSv
1 Sievert (Sv) = 1000 Millisieverts (mSv)
1 Sv equals 1000 mSvs.
1 Sv = 1000000 uSv
1 Sievert (Sv) = 1000000 Microsieverts (µSv)
1 Sv equals 1000000 uSvs.