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] |
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0.01 mg | 0.00001 g |
0.1 mg | 0.0001 g |
1 mg | 0.001 g |
10 mg | 0.01 g |
50 mg | 0.05 g |
100 mg | 0.1 g |
1000 mg | 1 g |
10000 mg | 10 g |
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