Megahertz

MHz

Commonly Used Scientific Unit

The megahertz represents 1 million hertz, widely used in radio broadcasts, wireless communications, and computer processing speeds.

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1 megahertz = kilohertz

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Megahertz (MHz)

The megahertz represents 1 million hertz, widely used in radio broadcasts, wireless communications, and computer processing speeds.

Characteristics

  • 1 MHz = 1,000,000 Hz = 1,000 kHz
  • Symbol: MHz
  • Metric prefix: mega (M) = 10⁶
  • Range of FM radio and early cellular

Applications

  • FM radio frequencies (88-108 MHz)
  • WiFi and Bluetooth communication
  • Cellular network frequencies
  • Older processor clock speeds
  • Television broadcast frequencies

Related Units

Used In Regions

Electronics Broadcasting Computing
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