Convert milligram to quintal (metric)
Please provide values below to convert milligram [mg] to quintal (metric) [cwt], or Convert quintal (metric) to milligram.
How to Convert Milligram to Quintal (Metric)
1 mg = 1e-08 cwt
Example: convert 15 mg to cwt:
15 mg = 15 × 1e-08 cwt = 1.5e-07 cwt
Milligram to Quintal (Metric) Conversion Table
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Milligram
A milligram (mg) is a unit of mass equal to one thousandth of a gram.
History/Origin
The milligram has been used in scientific and medical contexts for precise measurement of small quantities, especially in pharmacology and chemistry, with its origins linked to the metric system established in the 18th century.
Current Use
Today, the milligram is widely used in pharmaceuticals, nutrition, and scientific research to measure small amounts of substances accurately.
Quintal (Metric)
A quintal (metric) is a unit of mass equal to 100 kilograms.
History/Origin
The metric quintal originated in France in the 19th century as a standard unit of mass for trade and agriculture, replacing older local units. It is part of the metric system established during the French Revolution.
Current Use
The metric quintal is used primarily in agriculture and trade in some countries to measure large quantities of produce, though its use is less common today with the widespread adoption of the kilogram as the standard unit of mass.