Mass Unit Conversion
Unit Conversion Table
| Unit Symbol | Unit Name | English Name | Conversion Relationship (based on kilogram kg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| mcg | Microgram | microgram | 1 mcg = 0.000000001 kg (10⁻⁹ kg) |
| mg | Milligram | milligram | 1 mg = 0.000001 kg (10⁻⁶ kg) |
| g | Gram | gram | 1 g = 0.001 kg (10⁻³ kg) |
| kg | Kilogram | kilogram | 1 kg = 1 kg (base unit) |
| oz | Ounce | ounce | 1 oz ≈ 0.0311035 kg |
| lb | Pound | pound | 1 lb ≈ 0.45359 kg |
| mt | Metric Ton | metric ton | 1 mt = 1000 kg |
| st | Short Ton | short ton | 1 st ≈ 907.1847 kg |
| t | Tonne | tonne (metric) | 1 t = 1000 kg (equivalent to mt) |
Conversion Instructions
Unit Relationships
- Microgram (mcg) and Milligram (mg): 1 mg = 1000 mcg
- Milligram (mg) and Gram (g): 1 g = 1000 mg
- Metric Ton (mt/t) and Kilogram (kg): 1 mt = 1 t = 1000 kg
- Short Ton (st) and Pound (lb): 1 st = 2000 lb
Important Notes
- mcg vs mg: Strict distinction is required in medications or nutritional supplements to avoid confusion (e.g., 1000 mcg = 1 mg).
- Ounce Types: The ounce in the table refers to troy ounce (for precious metals); avoirdupois ounce 1 oz ≈ 0.02835 kg.
- Ton Differences:
- Metric Ton (mt/t): Internationally used, 1000 kg;
- Short Ton (st): US unit, approximately 907 kg;
- Long Ton (lt): Imperial unit, approximately 1016 kg.