Milligram [mg] to Gram [g] Converter

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How to Convert Milligram to GramGram

1 mg = 0.001 g
1 g = 1000 mg

Example: convert 82 mg to g:
82 mg = 82 x 0.001 = 0.082 g

Milligram

Definition: A milligram (symbol: mg) is a unit of mass in the metric system. It is defined as one thousandth (1/1000) of a gram.

History/origin: The milligram is derived from the gram, the base unit of mass in the metric system. The metric system originated in France in the late 18th century. The prefix 'milli-' denotes a factor of 1/1000.

Current use: Milligrams are commonly used for measuring small quantities of substances, such as pharmaceutical drugs, vitamins, and food additives. It is also used in scientific research and analysis.

Gram

Definition: A gram (symbol: g) is a unit of mass in the metric system. It was originally defined as the mass of one cubic centimeter of pure water at the temperature of maximum density.

History/origin: The gram is the base unit of mass in the metric system, which was established in France in the late 18th century. It was intended to be a universal and rational system of measurement.

Current use: Grams are widely used for measuring the mass of food items, ingredients, and small objects. It's a standard unit in cooking, chemistry, and various industries.

Milligram to Gram Conversion Table

Milligram [mg]Gram [g]
0.01 mg0.00001 g
0.1 mg0.0001 g
1 mg0.001 g
10 mg0.01 g
50 mg0.05 g
100 mg0.1 g
1000 mg1 g
10000 mg10 g

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