Convert mmHg to Torr
1 mmHg = 1 Torr
Conversion Table
| mmHg (mmHg) | torr (Torr) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 0.5 |
| 1 | 1 |
| 2 | 2 |
| 5 | 5 |
| 10 | 10 |
| 25 | 25 |
| 50 | 50 |
| 100 | 100 |
| 250 | 250 |
| 500 | 500 |
| 1000 | 1000 |
How to Convert mmHg to torr
To convert mmHg to torr, multiply the value by the conversion factor:
For example: 10 mmHg = 10 Torr
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About mmHg and torr
The Conversion Formula
To convert mmHg to torr, multiply the value by the conversion factor: 1 mmHg = 1 Torr. For a worked example, suppose you need to convert 25 mmHg to torr: 25 × 1 = 25 Torr. To convert in the opposite direction, divide by 1, or equivalently multiply by 1.
About mmHg
This unit literally measures pressure by how many millimeters it can push a column of liquid mercury up a tube. It dates back to the first barometers in the 1600s. Despite being archaic, it is the absolute global standard for measuring blood pressure. When a doctor says '120 over 80', they mean mmHg. mmHg are commonly used in Blood pressure, Meteorology, Vacuum pumps, and Laboratory physics, Medicine.
Normal systolic blood pressure is around 120 mmHg.
About torr
The Torr is named after Evangelista Torricelli, the inventor of the barometer. It is defined as exactly 1/760 of a standard atmosphere. For almost all practical purposes, 1 Torr equals 1 mmHg. It is primarily used in high-vacuum physics and engineering. torr are commonly used in High vacuum systems, Mass spectrometry, Thin-film manufacturing, and Physics research.
Outer space is a near-perfect vacuum (0 Torr).
When Would You Convert mmHg to torr?
Converting between mmhg and torr is one of the most common pressure conversions. You might need this conversion when working with international specifications, following instructions written for a different measurement system, or comparing values across different standards. Having the conversion factor (1 mmHg = 1 Torr) memorized or bookmarked can save time in professional and everyday contexts alike.