Convert Femtosieverts to Sieverts

Convert Femtosieverts (fSv) to Sieverts (Sv) instantly and accurately.

Femtosieverts (fSv)
Sieverts (Sv)

Conversion Formula

Sv = fSv × 1.000000000e-15

About Femtosieverts

The femtosievert (fSv) equals 10⁻¹⁵ Sv. Used in computational nanodosimetry and Monte Carlo particle-transport simulations to characterise the equivalent dose from a single ion traversal through a DNA segment or cell organelle. Ultra-sensitive detector calibration in deep underground laboratories approaches the fSv level. 1 fSv = 10⁻¹⁵ Sv = 10⁻³ pSv.

About Sieverts

The sievert (Sv) is the SI coherent unit of equivalent and effective dose, equal to 1 J/kg of absorbed dose weighted by radiation type. Named after Rolf Sievert (Swedish radiophysicist, 1896-1966). Whole-body LD50 for acute exposure ~3-5 Sv; ICRP emergency responder limit 0.25 Sv; acute radiation syndrome threshold ~1 Sv. 1 Sv = 100 rem = 1 J/kg.

Quick Reference Table

Femtosieverts (fSv)Sieverts (Sv)
1 fSv1 × 10-15 Sv
2 fSv2 × 10-15 Sv
5 fSv5 × 10-15 Sv
10 fSv1 × 10-14 Sv
25 fSv2.5 × 10-14 Sv
50 fSv5 × 10-14 Sv
100 fSv1 × 10-13 Sv

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