Ergs to Joules

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erg
j
1 erg = — j

Quick reference

Ergs (erg)Joules (j)

Formula

Joules = ergs ÷ 10000000

Multiply the ergs value by 1e-7 to get joules. To reverse — divide joules by 1e-7 to get ergs.

About this conversion

The erg is a CGS unit of energy equal to 10⁻⁷ joules, used in physics and astronomy. 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