Convert microgram to picogram
Please provide values below to convert microgram [µg] to picogram [pg], or Convert picogram to microgram.
How to Convert Microgram to Picogram
1 µg = 1000000 pg
Example: convert 15 µg to pg:
15 µg = 15 × 1000000 pg = 15000000 pg
Microgram to Picogram Conversion Table
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Microgram
A microgram (µg) is a unit of mass equal to one millionth of a gram (10^-6 grams).
History/Origin
The microgram was introduced as part of the metric system to measure very small quantities, particularly in science and medicine, and has been widely used since the 20th century.
Current Use
Micrograms are commonly used today in fields such as pharmacology, nutrition, and chemistry to measure small amounts of substances accurately.
Picogram
A picogram (pg) is a unit of mass equal to one trillionth (10^-12) of a gram.
History/Origin
The picogram was introduced as part of the metric system to measure extremely small masses, especially in scientific and laboratory contexts, as a subdivision of the gram in the SI unit system.
Current Use
Picograms are used in scientific fields such as biology, chemistry, and physics to measure very small quantities of substances, including DNA, proteins, and other microscopic materials.