The symbol for Pico is p.
Understanding Pico
Pico is a prefix in the metric system denoting a factor of 10-12, which is one trillionth. It's used to represent extremely small quantities.
Metric Prefixes Table (Relevant Extract)
| Prefix | Symbol | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| pico | p | 10-12 |
Examples of Pico Usage
- Picosecond (ps): A unit of time equal to one trillionth of a second (10-12 s).
- Picofarad (pF): A unit of capacitance equal to one trillionth of a farad (10-12 F).
Therefore, whenever you see the symbol "p" preceding a unit, it means that quantity is multiplied by 10-12.
