Microgram [mcg] to Metric Tonne [mt] Converter
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How to Convert Microgram to Metric TonneMetric Tonne
1 mcg = 1e-12 mt
1 mt = 1000000000000 mcg
Example: convert 56 mcg to mt:
56 mcg = 56 x 1e-12 = 5.6e-11 mt
Microgram
Definition: A microgram (mcg or µg) is a unit of mass in the metric system, equal to one millionth (10⁻⁶) of a gram.
History/origin: The microgram is derived from the gram, which was defined during the French Revolution as the mass of one cubic centimeter of water at the temperature of melting ice. The prefix 'micro-' indicates one millionth.
Current use: Micrograms are commonly used to measure very small amounts of substances, such as vitamins, medications, and pollutants. They are frequently used in pharmaceuticals, biochemistry, and environmental science.
Metric Tonne
Definition: A metric tonne (symbol: t) is a unit of mass equal to 1000 kilograms. It is also known as a megagram.
History/origin: The metric tonne is derived from the metric system and is a convenient unit for measuring large masses.
Current use: Metric tonnes are used for measuring the mass of large quantities of materials, such as cargo, industrial products, and agricultural commodities.
Microgram to Metric Tonne Conversion Table
Microgram [mcg] | Metric Tonne [mt] |
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0.01 mcg | 1e-14 mt |
0.1 mcg | 9.999999999999999e-14 mt |
1 mcg | 1e-12 mt |
10 mcg | 1e-11 mt |
50 mcg | 4.9999999999999995e-11 mt |
100 mcg | 9.999999999999999e-11 mt |
1000 mcg | 1e-9 mt |
10000 mcg | 1e-8 mt |
Common pairs of Mass