Milligram [mg] to Kilogram [kg] Converter

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How to Convert Milligram to KilogramKilogram

1 mg = 0.000001 kg
1 kg = 1000000 mg

Example: convert 6 mg to kg:
6 mg = 6 x 0.000001 = 0.000006 kg

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.

Kilogram

Definition: A kilogram (symbol: kg) is the base unit of mass in the International System of Units (SI). It is equal to 1000 grams.

History/origin: The kilogram was originally defined as the mass of a specific artifact called the International Prototype Kilogram (IPK), a platinum-iridium cylinder. In 2019, the definition was redefined based on fundamental physical constants.

Current use: Kilograms are used for measuring the mass of larger objects, such as people, packages, and vehicles. It's a standard unit in commerce, engineering, and science.

Milligram to Kilogram Conversion Table

Milligram [mg]Kilogram [kg]
0.01 mg1e-8 kg
0.1 mg1.0000000000000001e-7 kg
1 mg0.000001 kg
10 mg0.00001 kg
50 mg0.00005 kg
100 mg0.0001 kg
1000 mg0.001 kg
10000 mg0.01 kg

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