Wednesday, October 22, 2025

International System of Units (SI) Prefixes

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International System of Units (SI) Prefixes

A complete reference from quetta 1030 to quecto 10-30, as of the most recent update in 2022.

Prefix (Name) Symbol Factor (Power of 10)
Multiples (Larger Quantities)
quetta Q 1030
ronna R 1027
yotta Y 1024
zetta Z 1021
exa E 1018
peta P 1015
tera T 1012
giga G 109
mega M 106
kilo k 103
hecto h 102
deka da 101
Base Unit 100
Submultiples (Smaller Quantities)
deci d 10-1
centi c 10-2
milli m 10-3
micro 10-6
nano n 10-9
pico p 10-12
femto f 10-15
atto a 10-18
zepto z 10-21
yocto y 10-24
ronto r 10-27
quecto q 10-30

For information on ciphers and other topics:

  • Pager Code Look Alike Cipher Tool: This is the full 26-letter system that uses visual tricks with numbers for every letter from the 1990's before texting. This cipher will translate messages into this OG secret messaging. [Try out this cipher tool on your own messages.]

  • Beeper Codes: Need a super-fast message? These are simple, standardized three-digit messages used as quick status updates (e.g., 143 for "I love you"). [View the Beeper Code Dictionary] 

  • The Number Converter Utility: Convert numerals to words and words to numerals! [Type Your Number and Convert it!]

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