Radiation Activity Converter
Convert radioactivity (disintegration rate) between becquerels, curies, millicuries, microcuries, and rutherford. Used in nuclear medicine, physics, and radiation safety.
Common Radiation Activity Conversions
| From | To |
|---|---|
| 1 Ci | 37,000,000,000 Bq (37 GBq) |
| 1 mCi | 37,000,000 Bq |
| 1 µCi | 37,000 Bq |
| 1 Bq | 1 disintegration/second |
Radiation Activity Unit Definitions
- Becquerel (Bq)
- SI unit = 1 radioactive decay per second.
- Curie (Ci)
- 3.7 × 10¹⁰ Bq. Based on 1 gram of radium-226.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Bq and Ci?
1 curie (Ci) = 3.7 × 10¹⁰ becquerels. The curie was the original unit; becquerel is the SI unit.