Convert gram to ton (long)
Please provide values below to convert gram [g] to ton (long) [ton (UK)], or Convert ton (long) to gram.
How to Convert Gram to Ton (Long)
1 g = 9.84206527611061e-07 ton (UK)
Example: convert 15 g to ton (UK):
15 g = 15 × 9.84206527611061e-07 ton (UK) = 1.47630979141659e-05 ton (UK)
Gram to Ton (Long) Conversion Table
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Gram
The gram (g) is a metric unit of mass equal to one thousandth of a kilogram.
History/Origin
The gram was originally defined in 1795 as the mass of one cubic centimeter of water at its maximum density. It became part of the metric system established in France and was later standardized as part of the International System of Units (SI) in 1960.
Current Use
The gram is widely used worldwide for measuring small masses in everyday life, science, and industry, especially in contexts like food labeling, pharmaceuticals, and laboratory measurements.
Ton (Long)
A long ton, also known as the imperial ton or UK ton, is a unit of weight equal to 2,240 pounds or 1,016.0469 kilograms.
History/Origin
The long ton originated in the United Kingdom as a standard measurement for large quantities of goods and materials, particularly in shipping and trade, during the 19th century. It was used alongside other imperial units before the adoption of the metric system.
Current Use
Today, the long ton is primarily used in the United Kingdom and some Commonwealth countries for measuring large quantities of freight, cargo, and in certain industrial contexts. It is less common internationally, having been largely replaced by the metric ton (tonne).