Convert pound (troy or apothecary) to gigagram
Please provide values below to convert pound (troy or apothecary) [lb t] to gigagram [Gg], or Convert gigagram to pound (troy or apothecary).
How to Convert Pound (Troy Or Apothecary) to Gigagram
1 lb t = 3.732417216e-07 Gg
Example: convert 15 lb t to Gg:
15 lb t = 15 × 3.732417216e-07 Gg = 5.598625824e-06 Gg
Pound (Troy Or Apothecary) to Gigagram Conversion Table
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Pound (Troy Or Apothecary)
A pound (troy or apothecary) is a unit of weight used primarily for precious metals and gemstones, equivalent to 12 ounces or approximately 373 grams.
History/Origin
The troy pound originated in the medieval French town of Troyes, historically used in the trade of precious metals and gemstones. The apothecary pound was used in pharmacy for weighing medicines and ingredients. Both units have roots in medieval European systems of measurement.
Current Use
The troy pound is still used in the precious metals industry, especially for gold, silver, and gemstones. The apothecary pound is largely obsolete but may still be referenced in historical contexts or traditional practices.
Gigagram
A gigagram (Gg) is a unit of mass equal to one billion grams or one million kilograms.
History/Origin
The gigagram is part of the metric system, introduced as a standard unit for large masses in scientific and industrial contexts, with its usage becoming more common in the 20th century as measurements for large quantities expanded.
Current Use
Gigagrams are used in fields such as engineering, environmental science, and industry to quantify large masses, including biomass, emissions, and bulk materials.