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To convert from terahertz (THz) to hertz (Hz), use the following formula:
Let's convert 5 terahertz (THz) to hertz (Hz).
Using the formula:
Therefore, 5 terahertz (THz) is equal to hertz (Hz).
Here are some quick reference conversions from terahertz (THz) to hertz (Hz):
| terahertz | hertz |
|---|---|
| 0.000001 THz | Hz |
| 0.001 THz | Hz |
| 0.1 THz | Hz |
| 1 THz | Hz |
| 2 THz | Hz |
| 3 THz | Hz |
| 4 THz | Hz |
| 5 THz | Hz |
| 6 THz | Hz |
| 7 THz | Hz |
| 8 THz | Hz |
| 9 THz | Hz |
| 10 THz | Hz |
| 20 THz | Hz |
| 30 THz | Hz |
| 40 THz | Hz |
| 50 THz | Hz |
| 100 THz | Hz |
| 1000 THz | Hz |
| 10000 THz | Hz |
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A terahertz (THz) is a unit of frequency equal to one trillion hertz (1012 Hz).
As a key part of the electromagnetic spectrum, the terahertz frequency is paving the way for next-generation technology.
The terahertz frequency range, commonly referred to as the "terahertz gap," lies between microwaves and infrared light on the electromagnetic spectrum.
This region has historically been a technological blind spot because of the difficulties in creating efficient sources and detectors for terahertz waves.
However, recent advancements are quickly bridging this gap, revealing the potential of terahertz technology for various new applications.
Terahertz imaging stands as a highly promising application of terahertz technology, enabling the safe visualization of objects that are usually concealed.
Terahertz (THz) radiation can pass through common materials like clothing, paper, and plastic, but it's stopped by water and metal.
Due to their non-ionizing properties, THz waves do not damage biological tissue, making them a safe substitute for X-rays in imaging.
As a result, terahertz scanning is particularly suitable for:
The future of ultra-fast wireless communication lies in the terahertz band, which is the foundation for 6G technology.
Utilizing the vast, untapped bandwidth of the terahertz (THz) range could potentially push wireless speeds to terabits per second (Tbps)—hundreds of times faster than current 5G.
This leap forward would power the future of connectivity, making immersive VR/AR, real-time holographic calls, and instant data transfers an everyday reality.
Hertz (Hz) is the standard unit of frequency, measuring the number of cycles per second.
You encounter it everywhere in modern technology, from the sound you hear and the screen you're looking at to the speed of your computer's processor (CPU). The plural form is simply hertz.
The unit is named in honor of the German physicist Heinrich Rudolf Hertz.
In the late 1880s, he was the first person to provide conclusive proof of the existence of electromagnetic waves. His groundbreaking experiments laid the groundwork for the development of radio, television, and all forms of wireless communication.
Hertz is a fundamental measurement you encounter in everyday technology, often without realizing it. Here are two of the most common examples:
A sound's pitch is determined by its frequency (measured in hertz): higher frequencies produce higher pitches.
For example, the A above middle C on a piano is standardized at 440 Hz.
The refresh rate of your computer monitor, TV, or smartphone screen is measured in hertz.
This number indicates how frequently the display updates the image per second—a higher value results in smoother motion, which is especially noticeable in videos and gaming.
When discussing computer processors, you often hear the term gigahertz (GHz). One gigahertz is equal to one billion hertz (1 GHz = 109 Hz).
This value represents the processor's CPU clock speed—the number of processing cycles it can execute per second.
Before gigahertz became the standard, speeds were often measured in megahertz (MHz), where 1 GHz equals 1,000 MHz. While not the sole indicator of performance, a higher clock speed generally means a processor can perform calculations and execute instructions more quickly.