Galileo to Centimeter per Square Second Conversion

Convert between Galileo and Centimeter per Square Second quickly and accurately.

From Galileo

Gal

To Centimeter per Square Second

cm/s²

How to Convert Galileo to Centimeter per Square Second

Conversion Formula

1 Gal = 1 cm/s²

1 cm/s² = 1 Gal

Example

Convert 15 Gal to cm/s²:

15 Gal = 15 × 1 cm/s² = 15 cm/s²

Unit Information

Learn about the acceleration units you're converting between

Galileo

Gal

Definition

The galileo (Gal) is a unit of acceleration equal to one centimeter per square second. It is an alternative name for the gal, commonly used in geophysics and geology for measuring gravitational acceleration.

History/Origin

Named after Galileo Galilei, the galileo was introduced as an alternative name for the gal in the 19th century for measuring gravitational acceleration in geophysical applications.

Current Use

Used in geophysics, geology, and seismology for measuring gravitational acceleration, seismic activity, and other small accelerations in Earth sciences.

Multiplier

0.01

Offset

Centimeter per Square Second

cm/s²

Definition

The centimeter per square second (cm/s²) is a unit of acceleration, representing the rate of change of velocity per unit time in centimeters. It is equal to one-hundredth of a meter per square second.

History/Origin

Derived from the centimeter, a metric unit of length equal to one-hundredth of a meter, and the second. It is commonly used in scientific and engineering applications for measuring small accelerations.

Current Use

Widely used in physics, engineering, and mechanics for measuring small accelerations, particularly in laboratory experiments, educational demonstrations, and precision measurements.

Multiplier

0.01

Offset