The conversion of 120 kPa equals approximately 1.19 atm.
Since 1 atm equals 101.325 kPa, dividing 120 by 101.325 gives the atm value. So, 120 kPa divided by 101.325 results in about 1.19 atm, showing how pressure in kilopascals converts directly to atmospheres by this simple division.
Conversion Result
120 kpa is approximately 1.19 atm based on the standard conversion factor of 1 atm = 101.325 kPa. This means that the pressure of 120 kilopascals is slightly greater than one atmosphere, indicating a pressure slightly above normal sea level atmospheric pressure.
Conversion Tool
Result in atm:
Conversion Formula
The formula to convert kilopascals to atmospheres is dividing the kpa value by 101.325. This works because 1 atm equals 101.325 kPa, establishing a direct proportional relationship. For example, to convert 150 kPa:
- Divide 150 by 101.325
- 150 / 101.325 = approximately 1.48 atm
This simple division converts the pressure unit from kilopascals into atmospheres accurately based on their defined relationship.
Conversion Example
- Convert 90 kPa:
- Divide 90 by 101.325
- 90 / 101.325 ≈ 0.89 atm
- Convert 200 kPa:
- Divide 200 by 101.325
- 200 / 101.325 ≈ 1.97 atm
- Convert 50 kPa:
- Divide 50 by 101.325
- 50 / 101.325 ≈ 0.49 atm
- Convert 145 kPa:
- Divide 145 by 101.325
- 145 / 101.325 ≈ 1.43 atm
- Convert 110 kPa:
- Divide 110 by 101.325
- 110 / 101.325 ≈ 1.09 atm
Conversion Chart
| kPa | atm |
|---|---|
| 95.0 | 0.94 |
| 100.0 | 0.99 |
| 105.0 | 1.04 |
| 110.0 | 1.09 |
| 115.0 | 1.14 |
| 120.0 | 1.19 |
| 125.0 | 1.23 |
| 130.0 | 1.28 |
| 135.0 | 1.33 |
| 140.0 | 1.38 |
| 145.0 | 1.43 |
This chart shows pressure values from 95 to 145 kPa and their equivalents in atmospheres. Use it to quickly find the atm value for any pressure within this range by matching the kPa value.
Related Conversion Questions
- How many atmospheres are in 120 kilopascals?
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- How do I convert 120 kPa to atm manually?
- What is the pressure in atm if the pressure is 120 kilopascals?
- Can I use a calculator to convert 120 kPa to atm?
Conversion Definitions
kpa
Kilopascal (kPa) is a metric pressure unit equal to 1,000 pascals, where the pascal is the SI derived unit of pressure defined as one newton per square meter. It measures force per unit area, used in science, engineering, and weather reporting.
atm
Atmosphere (atm) is a pressure unit defined as the average atmospheric pressure at sea level, exactly 101.325 kilopascals. It is used to express pressure in various scientific fields, especially in meteorology and chemistry.
Conversion FAQs
How accurate is converting 120 kPa into atm?
The conversion from 120 kPa to atm is precise when dividing by 101.325, the standard conversion factor. Minor variations may occur if the pressure measurement isn’t at sea level or under different conditions, but for general purposes, it’s accurate.
What does it mean when 120 kPa is converted to slightly over 1 atm?
This indicates that pressure is just above the atmospheric pressure at sea level, meaning the pressure exerted is greater than standard atmospheric pressure, often seen in high-pressure environments or systems.
Can I convert any pressure in kPa to atm with this method?
Yes, as long as the pressure is measured in kilopascals, dividing by 101.325 will give the equivalent in atm, because this is the established conversion ratio between these units.
Last Updated : 20 June, 2025
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