exa

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Definition of exa in English English dictionary

A prefix meaning one quintillion,1018 In computing, this translates into 1,152,921,504,606,846,976; the power of 2 closest to one quintillion (1060)

Multiplier representing 1 x 10 18

Greek hex = six, sixth prefix, Hexa - H = exa Remember, in standard French, the initial H is silent, so they would pronounce Hexa as Exa It is far easier to call it Exa for everyone's sake, right?

Related Terms

exa-

In the International System of Units and other metric systems of units, multiplying the unit to which it is attached by 1018. Symbol: E

exa-

One quintillion (10): exahertz

Etymology

(combining form.) International Scientific Vocabulary, modification of Greek hexa- hexa-.