Megaelectronvolt (MeV) to Kiloelectronvolt (keV) Converter
Convert energy measurements from megaelectronvolts to kiloelectronvolts instantly
1000 keV
Understanding MeV to keV Conversion
Conversion Formula:
keV = MeV × 1,000
What is a Megaelectronvolt (MeV)?
A megaelectronvolt (MeV) is a unit of energy equal to one million electronvolts, commonly used in nuclear physics and particle physics to measure the energy of subatomic particles and radiation.
What is a Kiloelectronvolt (keV)?
A kiloelectronvolt (keV) is a unit of energy equal to one thousand electronvolts. It's frequently used in X-ray astronomy and medical imaging to describe the energy of photons.
Common Applications
MeV and keV measurements are essential in:
- Nuclear medicine and radiation therapy
- Particle accelerator research
- Cosmic ray detection
- X-ray spectroscopy