Ergs to Joules

Convert ergs (erg) to joules (J) with formulas, examples, and conversion tables.

Ergs (erg)

erg

Joules (J)

1 erg = 1e-7 J

Full precision:1e-7 J

Step-by-Step Solution

To convert 1 ergs to joules, we divide by 10000000 because one joule equals exactly 10000000 ergs.

1 joule = 10000000 ergs

Since there are 10000000 ergs in every joule, we divide our value by this factor:

1 ÷ 10000000 = 1e-7 joules

So 1 ergs = 1e-7 joules.

✓Quick check: 1e-7 × 10000000 = 1 ergs

How to Convert Ergs to Joules

To convert ergs to joules, divide the value by 10000000.

Joules = Ergs ÷ 10000000

1 joule = 10000000 ergs

Tip: To convert joules back to ergs, multiply by 10000000.

Example 1: 1 erg = 1e-7 J
1 ÷ 10000000 = 1e-7

Example 2: 5 erg = 5e-7 J
5 ÷ 10000000 = 5e-7

Example 3: 10 erg = 1e-6 J
10 ÷ 10000000 = 1e-6