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About these units
Deuteron Mass (m๐น)
A deuteron is the nucleus of deuterium, composed of one proton and one neutron. Its mass is approximately 3.343583719 ร 10โปยฒโท kilograms, slightly less than the combined mass of its constituents due to binding energy. Deuterons are essential in nuclear fusion research, heavy water production, and astrophysical studies. They serve as a stepping stone in stellar nucleosynthesis, where hydrogen fuses into helium in the cores of stars. Understanding deuteron mass provides insight into the fundamental nuclear forces, fusion energy potential, and the behavior of matter under extreme conditions.
Pound (Troy) (lb t)
The troy pound, equal to 12 troy ounces or 373.2417216 grams, is used almost exclusively in the precious metals trade. Unlike the avoirdupois pound used for everyday goods (16 ounces), the troy pound is optimized for precious materials such as gold, silver, and platinum. This system's origins trace back to medieval trade fairs in Troyes, France, a major commercial hub. Merchants needed a consistent unit to prevent fraud and facilitate international trading, especially for valuable metals. Today, although rarely encountered by the general public, the troy pound remains fundamental in metals pricing, refining, and numismatics. It provides continuity in a highly traditional economic sector where consistency over centuries is crucial.