Convert kiloton (metric) to teragram
Please provide values below to convert kiloton (metric) [kt] to teragram [Tg], or Convert teragram to kiloton (metric).
How to Convert Kiloton (Metric) to Teragram
1 kt = 0.001 Tg
Example: convert 15 kt to Tg:
15 kt = 15 × 0.001 Tg = 0.015 Tg
Kiloton (Metric) to Teragram Conversion Table
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Kiloton (Metric)
A kiloton (kt) is a unit of mass equal to 1,000 metric tons or 1,000,000 kilograms.
History/Origin
The term 'kiloton' originated in the 20th century, primarily used in military and scientific contexts to measure large quantities of explosive energy or mass, especially in nuclear weapon yields and large-scale industrial measurements.
Current Use
Today, kilotons are commonly used to express the explosive yield of nuclear weapons, the mass of large objects, and in scientific research related to energy and mass measurements.
Teragram
A teragram (Tg) is a unit of mass equal to one trillion grams or 10^12 grams.
History/Origin
The teragram is part of the metric system and was introduced as a larger unit for measuring very large masses, especially in scientific contexts, to facilitate easier expression of large quantities.
Current Use
Teragrams are used primarily in scientific fields such as environmental science, geology, and astronomy to quantify large masses, like global emissions or mineral deposits.