Electron Charge Converter

Convert electron charge (e) to other electric charge units

Result: 1.602176634×10⁻¹⁹ C

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Understanding Electron Charge

The electron charge (e) is a fundamental physical constant representing the magnitude of electric charge carried by a single electron. It's one of the most important constants in physics and chemistry.

Key Facts About Electron Charge

  • The electron charge is exactly -1.602176634×10⁻¹⁹ coulombs (C)
  • It's equal in magnitude but opposite in sign to the proton's charge
  • This value was defined exactly in the 2019 redefinition of SI base units

Common Applications

Electron charge is crucial in:

  • Atomic and molecular physics
  • Electronics and semiconductor technology
  • Chemical bonding calculations
  • Quantum mechanics research