Electronvolts to Joules

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1 ev = — j

Quick reference

Electronvolts (ev)Joules (j)

Formula

Joules = electronvolts ÷ 6241500000000000000

Multiply the electronvolts value by 1.60218e-19 to get joules. To reverse — divide joules by 1.60218e-19 to get electronvolts.

About this conversion

The electronvolt (eV) is the energy gained by an electron moving through a potential difference of one volt, used in particle physics and chemistry. Learn more →

The joule (J) is the SI unit of energy, equal to the work done by a force of one newton over one meter. Learn more →

Source: NIST International Reference