The unit “second per metre” (s/m) might seem obscure at first, but it’s an essential measure in the realm of physics, particularly in wave dynamics. It represents the time it takes for a wave to travel one meter and is the inverse of wave speed. Understanding this unit can offer insights into the behavior of different wave types, such as sound and electromagnetic waves, across various media. For instance, in the context of light waves, a lower s/m value indicates faster travel through a medium like air or water, which is tied to concepts like refraction and dispersion.

Interestingly, the second per metre is a fundamental concept in the study of phase velocity and group velocity, which describe how different parts of a wave packet travel through space. While these concepts are crucial in scientific fields, they also have practical applications, such as improving the precision of GPS systems and enhancing the quality of musical acoustics. Delving deeper into s/m can open a window to understanding how waves interact with the environment and impact technologies we use every day.

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Minute per mile, a common pacing unit in running and walking, reveals not just speed but also energy efficiency over a given distance. This measure is essential for athletes and fitness enthusiasts striving to achieve personal bests in races or improve their stamina during workouts. Interestingly, altering your pace by merely half a minute per mile can significantly impact your overall performance in long-distance events such as marathons.

Historically, humans have been fascinated with pace since ancient times. The original Greek Olympics did not measure running events in terms of time but rather placed emphasis on distance. Today, modern technology allows us to track minute-per-mile pace with precision, making it easier to set goals and monitor progress, thereby transforming the way we approach both competitive and recreational physical activity.

Seconds per metre

Minutes per mile

0.1 s/m

2.68225 min/mi

0.2 s/m

5.3645 min/mi

0.3 s/m

8.04675 min/mi

0.4 s/m

10.72899 min/mi

0.5 s/m

13.41124 min/mi

0.6 s/m

16.09349 min/mi

0.7 s/m

18.77574 min/mi

0.8 s/m

21.45799 min/mi

0.9 s/m

24.14024 min/mi

1 s/m

26.82249 min/mi

1.1 s/m

29.50473 min/mi

1.2 s/m

32.18698 min/mi

1.3 s/m

34.86923 min/mi

1.4 s/m

37.55148 min/mi

1.5 s/m

40.23373 min/mi

1.6 s/m

42.91598 min/mi

1.7 s/m

45.59823 min/mi

1.8 s/m

48.28047 min/mi

1.9 s/m

50.96272 min/mi

2 s/m

53.64497 min/mi

2.1 s/m

56.32722 min/mi

2.2 s/m

59.00947 min/mi

2.3 s/m

61.69172 min/mi

2.4 s/m

64.37397 min/mi

2.5 s/m

67.05621 min/mi

2.6 s/m

69.73846 min/mi

2.7 s/m

72.42071 min/mi

2.8 s/m

75.10296 min/mi

2.9 s/m

77.78521 min/mi

3 s/m

80.46746 min/mi

3.1 s/m

83.14971 min/mi

3.2 s/m

85.83195 min/mi

3.3 s/m

88.5142 min/mi

3.4 s/m

91.19645 min/mi

3.5 s/m

93.8787 min/mi

3.6 s/m

96.56095 min/mi

3.7 s/m

99.2432 min/mi

3.8 s/m

101.92545 min/mi

3.9 s/m

104.60769 min/mi

4 s/m

107.28994 min/mi

4.1 s/m

109.97219 min/mi

4.2 s/m

112.65444 min/mi

4.3 s/m

115.33669 min/mi

4.4 s/m

118.01894 min/mi

4.5 s/m

120.70119 min/mi

4.6 s/m

123.38343 min/mi

4.7 s/m

126.06568 min/mi

4.8 s/m

128.74793 min/mi

4.9 s/m

131.43018 min/mi

5 s/m

134.11243 min/mi

5.1 s/m

136.79468 min/mi

5.2 s/m

139.47693 min/mi

5.3 s/m

142.15917 min/mi

5.4 s/m

144.84142 min/mi

5.5 s/m

147.52367 min/mi

5.6 s/m

150.20592 min/mi

5.7 s/m

152.88817 min/mi

5.8 s/m

155.57042 min/mi

5.9 s/m

158.25267 min/mi

6 s/m

160.93491 min/mi

6.1 s/m

163.61716 min/mi

6.2 s/m

166.29941 min/mi

6.3 s/m

168.98166 min/mi

6.4 s/m

171.66391 min/mi

6.5 s/m

174.34616 min/mi

6.6 s/m

177.02841 min/mi

6.7 s/m

179.71066 min/mi

6.8 s/m

182.3929 min/mi

6.9 s/m

185.07515 min/mi

7 s/m

187.7574 min/mi

7.1 s/m

190.43965 min/mi

7.2 s/m

193.1219 min/mi

7.3 s/m

195.80415 min/mi

7.4 s/m

198.4864 min/mi

7.5 s/m

201.16864 min/mi

7.6 s/m

203.85089 min/mi

7.7 s/m

206.53314 min/mi

7.8 s/m

209.21539 min/mi

7.9 s/m

211.89764 min/mi

8 s/m

214.57989 min/mi

8.1 s/m

217.26214 min/mi

8.2 s/m

219.94438 min/mi

8.3 s/m

222.62663 min/mi

8.4 s/m

225.30888 min/mi

8.5 s/m

227.99113 min/mi

8.6 s/m

230.67338 min/mi

8.7 s/m

233.35563 min/mi

8.8 s/m

236.03788 min/mi

8.9 s/m

238.72012 min/mi

9 s/m

241.40237 min/mi

9.1 s/m

244.08462 min/mi

9.2 s/m

246.76687 min/mi

9.3 s/m

249.44912 min/mi

9.4 s/m

252.13137 min/mi

9.5 s/m

254.81362 min/mi

9.6 s/m

257.49586 min/mi

9.7 s/m

260.17811 min/mi

9.8 s/m

262.86036 min/mi

9.9 s/m

265.54261 min/mi

10 s/m

268.22486 min/mi

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