Convert quarter (UK) to hectogram
Please provide values below to convert quarter (UK) [qr (UK)] to hectogram [hg], or Convert hectogram to quarter (UK).
How to Convert Quarter (Uk) to Hectogram
1 qr (UK) = 127.0058636 hg
Example: convert 15 qr (UK) to hg:
15 qr (UK) = 15 × 127.0058636 hg = 1905.087954 hg
Quarter (Uk) to Hectogram Conversion Table
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Quarter (Uk)
A quarter (qr) is a traditional unit of weight used in the UK, typically equal to one-quarter of a hundredweight, or 28 pounds (approximately 12.7 kilograms).
History/Origin
The quarter has historical roots in British measurement systems, originating from the need to divide larger weights into manageable parts. It was commonly used in trade and agriculture before the adoption of the metric system.
Current Use
Today, the quarter is largely obsolete in official measurement but may still be used informally in certain industries such as agriculture and livestock to denote weight, especially in the UK.
Hectogram
A hectogram (hg) is a unit of mass equal to 100 grams.
History/Origin
The hectogram is part of the metric system, introduced in the 19th century as a decimal-based system for standardizing measurements, primarily used in scientific and everyday contexts.
Current Use
The hectogram is used in some countries for measuring food and other small quantities, especially in the context of nutrition labels and grocery shopping, but is less common than grams and kilograms.