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Record 1 2011-03-23

English

Subject field(s)
  • Metrology and Units of Measure
DEF

A unit of power equal to one millionth of a watt.

OBS

The Greek letter mu (µ) is the approved SI symbol for "micro-".

OBS

This unit applies to power in any form of energy: i.e. mechanical, electrical, etc.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Unités de mesure et métrologie
DEF

Unité de puissance égale à un millionième de watt.

OBS

La lettre grecque mu (µ) est le symbole reconnu pour «micro-» dans le Système international (SI).

OBS

L'unité s'applique à la puissance dans toutes ses formes physiques : mécanique, électrique, etc.

CONT

Une cellule céramique pour phono fournit 2 volts avec une impédance de 500 000 ohms; cela représente une puissance de 8 microwatts à l'entrée de l'ampli.

Spanish

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