What is a Newton (N)?
A newton (N) is the SI unit of force, equal to the force needed to accelerate a mass of one kilogram at one meter per second squared.
Definition
Symbol
N
Category
Force
System
SI
1 {unit} = {value} {otherUnit}
1 Newton = 0.001 Kilonewton (kN)
1 Newton = 0.101972 Kilogram-force (kgf)
1 Newton = 0.224809 Pound-force (lbf)
1 Newton = 100000 Dyne (dyn)
Common Uses
- Physics problems
- Spring force measurement
- Structural engineering
